Job Description
Are you an experienced Social Worker with a genuine passion for safeguarding adults?
We are looking for someone to join our dedicated Adult Safeguarding Team in the Stockport, Greater Manchester area, where you will play a key role in protecting some of the most vulnerable members of our community.
Benefits:
* Full time or part time available
* Enjoy one-on-one guidance from a dedicated consultant.
* Keep your skills sharp with access to our e-learning portal.
* Work within a leading, reputable local authority.
* Stay informed with our regular updates on locum opportunities in your area.
* Earn up to £300 by referring a friend or colleague (T&C's apply).
About the Role
* Manage a complex caseload of safeguarding enquiries in line with the Care Act 2014
* Work within a supportive, established team of safeguarding professionals
* Lead on safeguarding investigations, strategy meetings and protection planning
* Collaborate with health, police, housing, and voluntary sector partners to ensure effective safeguarding interventions
* Promote a strengths-based and person-centred approach to practice
To be considered for the role, ideally you will have:
* Qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW, Degree or equivalent)
* Current registration with Social Work England
* 2+ years qualifying experience within adult safeguarding or related statutory services
* Ability to manage complex caseloads and apply safeguarding legislation confidently
* Strong communication and partnership working skills
For more information or confidential discussion please get in touch with Lynne Thomson - or call
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.