Qualified Children’s Safeguarding Social Worker (Locum) Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council £39 per hour ⚖️ Safeguarding & Support Team 5 Positions Available Ready to make a real impact where it matters most? Tameside MBC is looking for resilient, experienced, and autonomous Social Workers to join their Safeguarding & Support team. You’ll manage a varied and meaningful caseload including Child in Need, Child Protection, pre-proceedings and Court work — supported by a stable, permanent leadership team committed to continuous improvement. Following a positive recent Ofsted monitoring visit (January), Tameside is on an ambitious improvement journey — and you’ll be part of shaping that progress. The Role This is primarily office-based, with some flexibility for home working (agreed with your Team Manager). Full-time hours worked across 5 days preferred. You will: Complete assessments for Children in Need, Child Protection and cared-for children Coordinate multi-agency support plans Undertake statutory visits, reviews and direct work Prepare high-quality reports for Panels and Court Build meaningful relationships with children and families Promote and respect children’s cultural, religious and linguistic identities Maintain accurate records and meet statutory requirements Engage in supervision, training and CPD ✅ What We’re Looking For Qualified Social Worker Registered with Social Work England Strong safeguarding and court experience Able to work independently and manage complex cases 5 years’ references (employment gaps will be checked) Relevant qualifications as per JD/PS Why Tameside? £39 per hour competitive locum rate Supportive and stable leadership Clear improvement plan with opportunity to influence change Positive service momentum following recent Ofsted feedback If you’re an experienced safeguarding practitioner ready to contribute to meaningful service development — drop me a message at Nik.froud@servicecare.org.uk or give me a ring on 01772 208964.