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Peterborough Children's Services | £40 per hour (Umbrella)
Location: Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, Peterborough, PE2 8TY

Position: Qualified Social Worker

Team: Family Safeguarding Team 7

Council: Peterborough City Council / Peterborough Children's Trust

Pay Rate: £40 per hour (umbrella)

Working Pattern: Full-time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 3 days office-based

Office Base: Sand Martin House, Fletton Quays, Peterborough, PE2 8TY

Contract Type: Locum

Start Date: ASAP

Peterborough Children's Services are seeking an experienced and dedicated Safeguarding Social Worker to join their Family Safeguarding Team 7. This team focuses on supporting children and families through statutory interventions including Child Protection, Child in Need, Looked After Children, and Court Proceedings.

This hybrid role offers a structured and supportive environment, with a strong emphasis on collaborative, multi-disciplinary work aimed at promoting safety, permanency, and well-being for vulnerable children.

Manage a caseload involving CIN, CP, LAC, and court proceedings

Complete statutory assessments in accordance with legislation and council policy

Prepare high-quality reports including court statements and care plans

Represent the local authority at court hearings and case conferences

Lead and participate in CIN meetings, core group meetings, and statutory reviews

Contribute to effective safety planning and risk management

Liaise with partner agencies to ensure coordinated service delivery

Maintain timely and comprehensive case recordings and documentation

Support children and families through strengths-based, trauma-informed practice

Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification

Social Work England registration

Minimum 2 years' post-qualified experience in statutory children's social work

Proven experience in safeguarding, court work, and child protection processes

Strong assessment, planning, and report-writing skills

Excellent communication and partnership working abilities

Enhanced DBS on the update service preferred

Availability for hybrid working, including 3 days in the office weekly

Competitive hourly rate of £40 umbrella

Quick registration and compliance process

Weekly payroll for reliable and fast payment

Access to exclusive vacancies across the UK

Dedicated, specialist consultant support

Referral bonus scheme - earn up to £300 (T&Cs apply)

To apply or learn more about this role, contact:

📧 m.shah@ edenbrownsynergy.com
📞 0175 655 6972

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