Qualified Social Worker - Safeguarding Team

PPR Social Care

Posted 8 days ago, valid for 3 days

Durham, Durham DH1 5UL, England

£32 per hour

Part Time

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Qualified Social Worker – Safeguarding TeamLocation: North EastPay Rate: £32 per hourAre you a passionate and experienced Qualified Social Worker looking to make a real impact? We're seeking a Senior Practitioner to join a dedicated Safeguarding Team within a supportive local authority in the North East. In this rewarding role, you'll work closely with children and families—assessing needs, intervening early, and ensuring the best possible outcomes. You'll be part of a proactive and collaborative team that puts children at the heart of everything it does.Your Role Will Involve:

Conducting full assessments of risk, protection, and social care needs
Managing a varied and meaningful caseload
Developing tailored care plans that promote dignity, empowerment, and positive change
Using specialist communication and relationship-building skills to engage children and families
Supporting and guiding unqualified staff and students
Working collaboratively across multi-agency teams to safeguard vulnerable children

We're Looking for Someone Who Is:

A Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
Experienced (4+ years) in safeguarding and working with vulnerable children and families
Knowledgeable in Child Protection legislation and safeguarding procedures
An excellent communicator with strong mediation and negotiation skills
Compassionate, flexible, and driven to make a lasting difference
Skilled in building trust and rapport with service users
Committed to achieving the best outcomes through strength-based, person-centred practice

What We Offer:

A dedicated consultant with access to roles across the UK
Fast and simple registration
Reliable, prompt payroll
Generous referral scheme
Ongoing compliance and support

Ideal for Candidates Commuting From: Redcar, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Guisborough, Brotton, Eston, Skelton, Loftus, Gateshead, Middlesbrough, Durham, Hartlepool, Scarborough, Hambleton, Stockton-on-Tees, Darlington, Whitby, Sunderland, and Newcastle.We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If this isn’t the right fit for you, we’re still keen to hear from you! We regularly hire for roles including:

IRO (Independent Reviewing Officer)
Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
MASH, Children Looked After, Children in Need, Court Work
Adult Social Work, Safeguarding, and more

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