Hybrid Social Worker – Safeguarding & Family Support

Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team Social Worker – Support and Safeguarding Service

Locum Social Worker – The West Support and Safeguarding Service in Wiltshire

Earn £42 hourly. Ongoing.

Step into a rewarding role as a Social Worker within The West Support and Safeguarding Service located in the heart of Wiltshire. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual ready to make a significant impact while enjoying the perks of locum work, such as flexibility in your schedule, competitive pay, and a dynamic work-life balance. Our team supports children, young people, and their families from early help through to permanence, featuring a solid and supportive management structure.

Perks and benefits:

• Enjoy flexible working hours that adapt to your lifestyle, allowing you more control over your schedule.
• Access to a comprehensive wellbeing support service aimed at reducing secondary trauma, ensuring you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Learn and grow with teaching opportunities through our partnership with Bath University. Participate in masterclasses and develop your expertise further.
• Benefit from multi-disciplinary team support, including key workers and dedicated business support, providing you the backing needed to thrive in your role.
• Embrace a hybrid working model, giving you the freedom to work remotely from home or at various locations across the county.

What you will do:

• Support children and families through the entire process, from initial contact to achieving permanency if necessary.
• Conduct thorough referral and assessment casework to ensure accurate evaluations and planning.
• Lead on Child in Need and Child Protection plans, steadily guiding families to improved outcomes.
• Collaborate with legal professionals when required to secure permanency for children and young people.
• Manage a variable caseload with the aid of a case weighting tool, ensuring focused and effective service delivery.

Requirements of the Social Worker:

• Degree or equivalent in social work
• Current Social Work England registration
• Significant frontline experience in Social Services within the UK working as a qualified Social Worker

Join a forward-thinking and supportive environment in Wiltshire, where every day offers the chance to learn and advance professionally while positively impacting families’ futures. In Wiltshire you’ll find a vibrant community, picturesque landscapes, and a warm welcome. It’s not just a place to work, but a place to call home. Come and be part of something special.