Social Worker - Children Safeguarding Team Sanctuary Personal

Job Title: Social Worker – Safeguarding

Location: Slough, UK

Salary: £40.00 per hour

Contract Type: Ongoing

Work Type: Full Time/Part Time

Step into an exciting role as a Social Worker within Safeguarding in Slough, earning a competitive £40 per hour. This ongoing position offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time work while providing the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. You will work collaboratively with multi-agency partners, leading safeguarding efforts and supporting children to reach their full potential.

Flexible

Hours:

Choose full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle.

Professional Development: Access regular supervision, reflective practice, and continuous learning opportunities.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a role that respects your personal commitments.

Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with a dynamic team and expand your professional network.

To deliver statutory safeguarding services, ensuring the safety and welfare of children at risk of harm. The role involves undertaking child protection investigations, developing and reviewing care plans, and working directly with children and families to safeguard their wellbeing.

Conduct statutory child protection investigations in line with the Children Act 1989/2004.

Identify risk and need, implementing timely interventions to protect children.

Lead or participate in strategy discussions, child protection conferences, and core group meetings.

Undertake emergency interventions and support care proceedings where required.

Prepare high-quality assessments, risk assessments, care plans, and reports for court and multi-agency meetings.

Manage a caseload of children in need, child protection, and those subject to court proceedings.

Work directly with children, young people, and families to build relationships and understand their experiences.

Collaborate with schools, police, health professionals, and voluntary agencies to ensure coordinated safeguarding.

Maintain accurate case records in accordance with statutory requirements and council policies.

Uphold professional standards, remain registered with Social Work England, and engage in supervision, reflective practice, and CPD.

Promote equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice in all aspects of work.

Contribute to service improvement initiatives through sharing best practice and lessons learned.

Slough offers a unique mix of urban convenience and suburban charm, with excellent transport links to London and a culturally diverse community. It’s a vibrant place to live and work, providing both professional opportunities and a welcoming environment.

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