At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a caseload supporting children in need and contribute to child protection planning.
- Company: Join a well-established local authority children's service with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Earn £40–£43 per hour, plus weekly expenses support and flexible working options.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment focused on sustainable caseloads and effective safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a manageable workload.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with at least three years' experience in children's services.
The predicted salary is between 43 - 43 £ per hour.
Weekly expenses support | Flexible working encouraged | Manageable 10–15 caseload | Stable safeguarding team
If you are an experienced Advanced Social Worker looking for stability, this Advanced Social Worker role offers consistent work within a well-established safeguarding team and a manageable caseload of around 10–15.
You will join a service where expectations are realistic and social workers are supported to focus on meaningful safeguarding practice.
As an Advanced Social Worker, you will be part of a stable team where caseloads are shared fairly and professionals are trusted to manage their work without unnecessary oversight.
Flexible working is actively encouraged to help maintain a healthy balance between demanding safeguarding work and life outside of it.
Package & Benefits
- Weekly expenses support through a loyalty bonus of £1–£3 per hour.
- Manageable caseload of approximately 10–15 cases.
- Flexible working arrangements encouraged.
- Market-leading timesheet system designed to simplify weekly submissions.
About the Company
You will be joining a local authority children’s service with a long-standing safeguarding team and a collaborative working culture.
The service focuses on sustainable caseloads, supportive leadership, and creating an environment where social workers can deliver consistent safeguarding outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a safeguarding caseload, supporting children in need and those subject to child protection plans.
- Undertake safeguarding assessments and contribute to effective child protection planning.
- Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to ensure safe and timely interventions.
- Contribute to team discussions and share expertise to support consistent safeguarding practice.
About You
- Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
- Minimum three years’ post-qualification experience within children’s services.
- Safeguarding experience within a statutory local authority setting.
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