Job Description
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Job Title: Children's Safeguarding & Child Protection Social Worker
Location: Oldham Council
Salary:
* Social Worker (Grade 7): 37, 938 - 41,511
* Experienced Social Worker (Grade 8): 41,511 - 45,718
* 2,000 Retention Payment
Description:
Oldham Council is looking for 17 experienced and committed Children's Social Workers to join our Safeguarding & Child Protection (CP) Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families.
We are committed to developing a stable and permanent workforce, ensuring our staff have the right support, manageable caseloads, and access to excellent career development opportunities.
Responsibilities:
* Undertake assessments and develop Care & Support Plans for children and families in need of safeguarding and protection.
* Respond to crisis situations, using appropriate interventions to safeguard children at risk.
* Manage complex caseloads, working closely with multi-agency professionals to deliver high-quality support.
* Prepare reports for court proceedings, case conferences, and reviews, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards.
* Advocate for children and families, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met.
* Contribute to a learning culture, sharing skills and mentoring less experienced colleagues.
Requirements:
* Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
* Experience: Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience, ideally in safeguarding/child protection, but we welcome applications from those with experience in other areas such as Assessment & Intervention.
* Skills: Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.
* Knowledge: A thorough understanding of child protection legislation, policies, and procedures.
* Other Requirements: A full driving licence or ability to travel across Oldham.
Why Work for Oldham?
* Work-Life Balance: Flexible working, TOIL (time off in lieu), and hybrid working.
* Financial Benefits:
* 2,000 retention payment.
* 500 essential car user allowance plus mileage (45p per mile).
* Relocation package of up to 8,000.
* Reimbursement of Social Work England registration fees.
* Wellbeing & Development:
* 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) and the option to buy extra days.
* Defined benefit pension scheme.
* Discounted gym membership and staff discount scheme.
* Career progression and comprehensive learning & development programmes.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced social worker looking for a role that offers professional growth, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and be part of a team dedicated to safeguarding and protecting children in Oldham.
If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on (phone number removed) or email me your CV - (url removed)
If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of 350. #J-18808-Ljbffr