We are seeking to appoint a Safeguarding Social Worker with a minimum of 2 years’ post qualifying experience of working with safeguarding enquiries and leading safeguarding investigations.
To help us recruit social workers who are committed to working in Middlesbrough we are currently offering a 10% market supplement to social work salaries, once ASYE is completed, this will be reviewed at the end of March 2026.
In Middlesbrough our Access Safeguarding Team operate an assessment and safeguarding front door. This post would be dedicated to the management of safeguarding enquiries working within a team which consists of a Team Manager, two Principal Practitioners, six Social Workers, three Safeguarding Outreach Workers and two Safeguarding Administrators.
We are passionate about safeguarding in Middlesbrough and embrace safeguarding being everybody’s business. Our work is underpinned by the policies and procedures of the Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB), details of which can be found at Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board Safeguarding in Middlesbrough is changing and developing as we respond to changing patterns of abuse and emerging trends. We are currently working with the implementation of the regional adult exploitation strategy and are looking for team members who embrace change and are committed to making a difference to people’s lives. We strongly believe that this is a rewarding opportunity to work with adults aged 18+ who are at risk of abuse or neglect.
Our work is varied and the role includes triaging safeguarding concerns and undertaking initial and Section 42 enquiries in line with the Care Act 2014 and Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB) procedures; being involved in MAPPA (Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements) and MARAC (Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference) conferences, following the local Modern Slavery, Human Trafficking and Exploitation pathway; working closely with our Commissioning Team, internal Social Work Teams and local partner agencies and providers to ensure effective multi-agency working to safeguard adults at risk.
The Access Safeguarding Team operates in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, requiring strong organisational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities, and a calm, confident approach to decision-making.
You will provide safeguarding advice and guidance to professionals and members of the public.
You will need to demonstrate strong analytical skills and sound decision-making, supported by in-depth knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Making Safeguarding Personal, the Human Rights Act 1998, and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Applicants must be qualified Social Workers, registered with Social Work England, and hold a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.
We expect our experienced Social Workers to hold BIA (grade K and L), Practice Educator or AMHP (grade L) qualifications as outlined in our progression criteria. If you do not currently hold the relevant qualification, we welcome your application and will expect a commitment to undertaking the appropriate training upon commencing employment, with full support provided.
In order to support you in this role we offer excellent training and career development opportunities, flexible working arrangements including blended home/office working, a warm welcome from the team, directors, and Chief Executive, as well as a workplace buddy and full induction process.
At Middlesbrough, we live our values. We are passionate about improving lives, focused on achieving the best outcomes, and creative in how we support our residents. If you’re a qualified Social Worker ready to make a difference, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Leah Stoker on
Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.
The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.