Qualified Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team West (St Albans & Hemel Hempstead) Location: Apsley, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Pay Rate: £37-£39 per hour (Umbrella) Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office-based Hertfordshire County Council is seeking experienced Social Workers to join the Family Safeguarding Team West, providing child-focused interventions and multi-agency support for children and families in St Albans and Hemel Hempstead. Key Responsibilities: Deliver child-centred safeguarding interventions using the Family Safeguarding model Conduct assessments, care planning, and reviews for children at risk Prepare and deliver welfare reports for conferences and court hearings Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes Maintain accurate case records and documentation Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and training (including motivational interviewing)What We Offer: Hybrid working - 3 days per week in office iPad provided and access to "Touchdown" locations across Hertfordshire Free on-site parking Manageable caseloads (under 20 per QSW) for high-quality practice Continuous professional development and structured trainingEssential Requirements: Social Work England Registered Qualified Social Worker Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience, ideally in frontline children's teams Experience with child safeguarding, risk assessments, an...