Social Worker
£39 per hour • Hybrid Working • Macclesfield
Social Worker – Child Protection
We’re looking for a Social Worker to join the Child Protection team at Cheshire East Council. This Social Worker role offers flexible working, a supportive team environment, and the chance to work in a service focused on improving outcomes for children and families while managing caseloads effectively.
If you’re a Social Worker who thrives in fast-paced frontline work and wants to make a real difference, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and supportive team.
Job Summary
As a Social Worker in the Child Protection team, you’ll manage complex cases, carry out assessments, and deliver child-focused care plans. You’ll work with children, families, and carers, collaborating with multi-agency partners, and take action to protect children when needed. This Social Worker role also involves contributing to service improvements and attending court or multi-agency meetings as required.
What You’ll Be Doing
Managing and monitoring a caseload of complex cases
Producing purposeful care plans with clear objectives and outcomes
Investigating cases of significant harm and producing written/verbal reports
Planning and delivering interventions to meet the needs of children and families
Attending court and presenting evidence where required
Chairing multi-agency meetings such as Children in Need, core groups, and diversionary meetings
Taking decisions and actions on casework in line with child protection procedures
Contributing to service development projects and implementing improvements
What We’re Looking For
Social Work England (SWE) registered
Minimum 1 year post-qualifying UK experience in Social Work
Enhanced DBS (can be arranged)
Right to work in the UK
Why This Role?
£39 per hour
Hybrid and flexible working
Free onsite parking
Supportive team with regular supervision
Opportunities for career progression and training
Work in a service implementing a systemic approach to reduce caseloads and improve outcomes
Why Ackerman Pierce?
Dedicated consultant supporting you throughout
Quick and easy compliance process
Weekly, reliable payroll
Access to exclusive Social Worker roles
Apply Now
If you’re a Social Worker looking for your next opportunity in Child Protection in Cheshire, contact George Willett or email your CV today