Social Worker | Family Safeguarding | Fylde & Wyre

Social Worker | Family Safeguarding | Fylde & Wyre

Join Lancashire County Council as a Social Worker in the Family Safeguarding Team in Fylde & Wyre. This is a permanent, full‑time role (37 hours a week) that offers a salary of £36,363 – £46,142 per annum (Grade 8/9, dependent on experience).

• Salary: £36,363 – £46,142 per annum (Grade 8/9, dependent on experience)
• Location:
  
  Fylde & Wyre (office based in Fleetwood)
• Contract:
  
  Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week
• Job Type: Family Safeguarding;
  Experienced children’s social worker
• International Sponsorship:
  Not available

We’re pleased to announce a great opportunity to join our established Family Safeguarding Teams, which include domestic abuse officers, domestic abuse practitioners, child and family practitioners and mental health practitioners. The role requires an experienced social worker who enjoys a fast‑paced environment and is committed to delivering interventions to children and their families as part of a multi‑agency team.

Lancashire County Council Children’s Services is a progressive and innovative workplace embracing strengths‑based approaches and the Family Safeguarding model of practice. We are undergoing positive change and developing our service.

New recruits will attend the Social Work Academy, which includes an extensive induction programme, regular recall days and training for ASYE social workers. Practice Development Managers lead the Academy, ensuring high standards of practice.

• Flexible working and a balanced work‑life balance; 26 days annual leave rising to 32 days with tenure, plus 10 statutory/bank holidays and 20 additional days that can be purchased.
• Employee Assistance Programme, generous local authority pension and a comprehensive employee benefits platform with discounts on shopping, holidays, entertainment and salary‑sacrifice options for electronics, bicycles, white goods and cars.
• Support and development at every stage, from induction to personal and professional qualifications, with opportunities for vertical and cross‑departmental career progression.
• Diversity and inclusion – we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and have support groups available for everyone.

• CV / Resume

We would be delighted to have an initial confidential chat with you. Please contact  to arrange a call.

Please note, these roles require a minimum of 12 months post‑qualification experience. They are not suitable for newly qualified social workers or those looking to undertake their ASYE.

11th January 2026

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early before the closing date, should we receive sufficient applications. The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). Successful candidates will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure. You must be registered with Social Work England to be appointed as a Social Worker.

You will be required to provide a vehicle for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use, although we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability. In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on the LCC Vacancies website.