Telford- QSW- Family Safeguarding Team
Senior Social Worker - Children's Safeguarding (Family Safeguarding Team)
Telford & Wrekin Council
📍 Location: Darby House, Lawn Central, Telford, TF3 4JA
💼 Contract: Full-time | Agency
💰 Pay Rate: £30.57 per hour
🏡 Working Pattern: Hybrid (office & home-based working as agreed with Team Manager)
About the Role
Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking an experienced and confident Senior Social Worker to join its Children's Safeguarding - Family Safeguarding Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled practitioner to work within a supportive and progressive service focused on achieving positive outcomes for children and families.
You will play a key role in managing complex safeguarding cases, supporting less experienced staff, and delivering high-quality, child-centred interventions within a multi-agency environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a complex caseload involving Child Protection, Child in Need, and court proceedings
- Undertake comprehensive assessments, risk analysis, and develop effective safeguarding plans
- Lead on Child Protection Conferences, Core Groups, and multi-agency meetings
- Carry out direct work with children and families, ensuring the child's voice is central
- Prepare high-quality court reports and statements, attending hearings where required
- Provide guidance and informal support to less experienced social workers within the team
- Work within the Family Safeguarding model, collaborating closely with partner agencies
- Ensure all case recordings are accurate, analytical, and compliant with statutory requirements
- Contribute to positive outcomes through timely decision-making and intervention planning
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
- Significant experience within Children's Safeguarding / Child Protection teams
- Strong knowledge of legislation, statutory guidance, and court processes
- Experience managing complex and high-risk cases
- Ability to mentor/support junior staff and contribute to team development
- Excellent assessment, analytical, and communication skills
Why Join Telford & Wrekin Council?
- Competitive rate of £30.57 per hour
- Opportunity to work within a well-established Family Safeguarding model
- Supportive management and collaborative team environment
- Hybrid working offering flexibility and work-life balance
- Opportunity to develop advanced safeguarding and court skills
Apply Now
If you are a motivated and skilled Social Worker looking to make a real difference in children's lives, apply today!
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📞 Call: 020 8152 8935
Contact: Sherry Saiyed - Eden Brown Synergy
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