Social Worker – Safeguarding (North London)

Linked Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Market supplement

Flexible/remote working

Pension scheme

Job summary

Linked Recruitment Ltd is seeking a qualified safeguarding social worker in London. You will join a structured Safeguarding and Support Team to assess, intervene, and safeguard vulnerable children and families, aiming to enable every child to thrive.

Role emphasizes teamwork, supervision, and collaboration with professionals across agencies, with a blended office and remote working style and a competitive UK salary.

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification.
• Excellent communication with children, families and professionals.
• Commitment to high professional standards and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload and delivering effective, compassionate support.
• Conducting thorough child and family assessments, including Section 47 enquiries.
• Creating and reviewing SMART care plans for CIN, CP, and LAC cases.
• Maintaining high standards of practice through regular supervision and development.
• Collaborating with families, professionals, and external agencies to improve outcomes.

Skills

Social work expertise

Collaborative mindset

Communication skills

Empathy and resilience

Education

Social work qualification

Job description

Salary: £40,000 – £52,000 + Market Supplement
Full-time (36 hours/week)
Working Style: Blended (office and remote)
Are you a qualified social worker looking for a meaningful role where you can make a
real impact? A Client is seeking a dedicatedSafeguarding Social Workerto join its
dynamic team and help shape the future of children’s services.

The Role

As part of a well-structured Safeguarding and Support Team, you’ll work alongside
experienced colleagues and team managers to deliver high-quality support to
vulnerable children and families. Your work will focus onassessment, intervention,
and safeguarding, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

• 1 Managing a caseload and delivering effective, compassionate support
• 2 Conducting thorough child and family assessments, including Section 47 enquiries
• 3 Creating and reviewing SMART care plans for CIN, CP, and LAC cases
• 4 Maintaining high standards of practice through regular supervision and development
• 5 Collaborating with families, professionals, and external agencies to improve outcomes

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who brings bothprofessional expertiseand avalues-driven approachto social work.

You should:

• 1 Hold a recognised social work qualification
• 2 Be registered withSocial Work England (SWE)
• 3 Have at least 12 months of post-qualification experience
• 4 Be confident managing complex cases and working under pressure
• 5 Communicate effectively with children, families, and professionals
• 6 Be collaborative, resilient, and committed to continuous improvement

Why Join Us

This is a chance to be part of a borough that’s investing in its future—celebrating its cultural identity and transforming services for children and young people.

Benefits include:

• 1 Competitive salary and market supplement
• 2 Flexible and remote working options
• 3 Strong leadership and supportive management
• 4 Access to clinical support from leading organisations
• 5 Haringey Academy for ongoing learning and development
• 6 Wellbeing services, leisure discounts, and travel loans
• 7 Local Authority pension scheme

About Haringey

Located in North London, a vibrant, diverse borough with a rich cultural heritage and a strong sense of community. With a growing population of children and young people, the borough is committed to creating opportunities and improving outcomes for all.