Children's Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding & Care Planning

• Annual Salary: £40,221 - £44,428
• Location: Oldham
• Job Type: Full-time

You will be responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing interventions to safeguard children and support families.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Work within a team of experienced professionals to deliver high-quality safeguarding services.
• Conduct thorough assessments and plan strategic interventions to ensure the safety and well-being of children and young people.
• Implement safeguarding plans effectively, working closely with families and other professionals.
• Provide support and guidance to families, helping them to improve their circumstances and outcomes for children.
• Maintain accurate records and reports in line with legal and organisational requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A recognised qualification in social work and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in children’s safeguarding within a social work context.
• Strong understanding of the legislative framework relating to child protection.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with families and other professionals.
• Ability to manage complex cases and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay with a £2,000 retention payment.
• Free town centre parking.
• Essential car user allowance of £500 and mileage expenses at 45p per mile.
• Reimbursement of Social Work England professional registration fees.
• Generous relocation package of up to £8,000.
• 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days, increasing with service.
• Attractive pension scheme with additional retirement savings options.
• Discounted gym membership and a wide range of shopping, entertainment, and travel discounts.
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle to Work.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support, including an Employment Assistance Programme.
• Hybrid working options.
• Opportunities for recognition, celebration, and a supportive workplace environment.
• Clear progression pathways and a robust learning and development programme.

To apply for this Senior Social Worker position in Children’s Safeguarding, please submit your CV