Perm Family support and safeguarding social worker
Job in
Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB21, England, UK
Listed on 2026-06-18
Listing for:
Caritas Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services, Child Development/Support -
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
PERM opportunity Cambridgeshire Family support and Safeguarding Social worker.
Cambridgeshire County Council is recruiting experienced Children's Social Workers to join their Family Support and Safeguarding Team across Cambridge, Huntingdon, Ely, and Wisbech.
This is an excellent opportunity for Social Workers with experience in Safeguarding, CIN, CP, Children & Families, or Assessment Teams, offering strong career progression, flexible working, and excellent long-term benefits.
Salary & Benefits
* Salary: £41,958 - £44,822 per annum
* Retention Payments
* Relocation Package up to £8,000
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Annual Leave + Buy Additional Leave
* Flexible Bank Holidays
* Mileage Allowance
* Protected CPD Time
* Strong progression into Senior Practitioner roles
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The Role
You will:
* Manage safeguarding and child protection caseloads
* Complete assessments and care planning
* Work with CIN, CP, and pre-proceedings cases
* Prepare reports for court and conferences
* Build strong relationships with children and families
* Work within the Family Safeguarding Model
* Ensure the child's voice is central to all decisions
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Essential Requirements
* Social Work Qualification (Degree / MA / PGDip)
* Social Work England Registration
* 3+ years PQE within UK Children's Services
* Safeguarding / Children & Families experience
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Strong report writing and court work experience
Relocation and sonsor transfer on request.
Must have completed ASYE and have minimum of 3 years post qualiying UK experience.
If interested please forward your CV to Toni Rowe. Caritas Recruitment
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