At a Glance
- Tasks: Safeguard children and support families through assessments and multi-agency partnerships.
- Company: Well-regarded South Coast local authority with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: £42 per hour, £150 weekly accommodation bonus, flexible hybrid working, and low caseloads.
- Other info: Minimum 6-month contract with access to high-quality training and development.
- Why this job: Enjoy manageable workloads and strong management support while making a real difference.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with experience in statutory children's safeguarding services.
The predicted salary is between 42 - 42 £ per hour.
Safeguarding Social Worker – South Coast
£42 per Hour + £150 Weekly Accommodation Bonus
Flexible Hybrid Working | Low Caseloads | 6-Month Minimum Contract
Are you an experienced Safeguarding Social Worker looking for a role with manageable caseloads, flexible working arrangements, and strong management support? We're currently working with a well-regarded South Coast local authority that is actively recruiting experienced Social Workers into its Safeguarding Service. The authority is committed to keeping caseloads as low as possible, allowing practitioners to focus on achieving positive outcomes for children and families. This is an excellent opportunity for social workers seeking a better work-life balance while continuing to develop professionally within a supportive team environment.
The Role
- Safeguarding children and supporting families through:
- Child in Need (CIN) work
- Child Protection (CP) planning and intervention
- Long-term safeguarding and support
- Multi-agency partnership working
- Assessments and care planning
- Court work is minimal, allowing you to focus on direct practice and relationship-based social work.
What's on Offer?
- £42 per hour
- £150 weekly accommodation bonus
- Flexible hybrid working
- Choose your office days
- Low and manageable caseloads
- Minimum 6-month contract
- Access to high-quality training and development
- Supportive management team
- Wellbeing and employee support services
- Easily commutable South Coast location
- Loyalty bonus available (contact for details)
Why Apply?
With increasing pressures across children's services, opportunities offering genuine flexibility, lower caseloads, and strong support are becoming increasingly difficult to find. We work directly with hiring managers, allowing us to match social workers with roles that fit their preferred working style, experience, and career goals. Whether you're looking for better support, greater flexibility, or a fresh challenge, we'd be happy to discuss how this opportunity could work for you.
Referral Bonus
Know another Social Worker looking for their next contract? Receive £500 for every successful referral that we place.
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker
- Current Social Work England registration
- Previous experience within statutory children's safeguarding services
Contact for a confidential discussion about this role, or to hear about other opportunities available nationwide.
Children's Social Worker - Safeguarding Team employer: Community Care Live
Join a well-regarded local authority on the South Coast that prioritises manageable caseloads and flexible working arrangements for its Children's Social Workers. With a strong commitment to professional development, supportive management, and a focus on achieving positive outcomes for children and families, this role offers an excellent work-life balance and access to high-quality training. Enjoy the benefits of a £150 weekly accommodation bonus and a collaborative team environment dedicated to your success.
