About the Role
Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care, Safeguarding and Family Support Services, supporting children and families across a range of statutory interventions.
This is a varied and rewarding role, working across Children in Care and safeguarding pathways to ensure positive outcomes for children and young people.
You will manage a caseload involving assessment, safeguarding and care planning, working within statutory frameworks to support children, families and placements effectively.
The role offers a balanced hybrid working model, with a mix of home working and office-based collaboration across key sites in Telford.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload across Children in Care and safeguarding services
Undertake assessments and interventions to support children and families
Deliver statutory responsibilities in line with legislation and safeguarding procedures
Develop and review care and support plans to ensure positive outcomes
Build effective relationships with children, families and carers
Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated support
Maintain accurate, high-quality case records and reports
Why Join Telford & Wrekin?
Flexible hybrid working model
Opportunity to work across CIC and safeguarding pathways
Supportive environment within a well-structured service
Short-term contract with immediate impact
Competitive capped rate
Experience/Skills
Hold a recognised Social Work qualification
Are registered with Social Work England
Have experience in Children in Care and safeguarding services
Are confident managing statutory caseloads and complex cases
Have strong assessment, analytical and communication skills
Can work effectively within a multi-agency environment
If you're an experienced Social Worker looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and flexible local authority, we'd love to hear from you