About the Role
Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care, Safeguarding and Family Support Services, supporting children and families across a range of statutory interventions.
This is a varied and rewarding role, working across Children in Care and safeguarding pathways to ensure positive outcomes for children and young people.
You will manage a caseload involving assessment, safeguarding and care planning, working within statutory frameworks to support children, families and placements effectively.
The role offers a balanced hybrid working model, with a mix of home working and office-based collaboration across key sites in Telford.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload across Children in Care and safeguarding services
- Undertake assessments and interventions to support children and families
- Deliver statutory responsibilities in line with legislation and safeguarding procedures
- Develop and review care and support plans to ensure positive outcomes
- Build effective relationships with children, families and carers
- Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated support
- Maintain accurate, high-quality case records and reports
Why Join Telford & Wrekin?
- Flexible hybrid working model
- Opportunity to work across CIC and safeguarding pathways
- Supportive environment within a well-structured service
- Short-term contract with immediate impact
- Competitive capped rate
Experience/Skills
- Hold a recognised Social Work qualification
- Are registered with Social Work England
- Have experience in Children in Care and safeguarding services
- Are confident managing statutory caseloads and complex cases
- Have strong assessment, analytical and communication skills
- Can work effectively within a multi-agency environment
If you're an experienced Social Worker looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and flexible local authority, we'd love to hear from you.
