Job Description
Children’s Social Worker – Family Safeguarding ServiceLocation: BuryHours: Full-time, 37 hours per weekContract: 3 months, potential to be extendedOffice/Remote: 3 days in the office, hybrid working availableWe are working with Bury Council and are seeking 2 experienced Children’s Social Workers to join their Family Safeguarding Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic team supporting children and families through child protection (CP), children in need (CiN), and court proceedings. Key Responsibilities
* Manage a varied caseload of children and families, including Child Protection (CP) and Children in Need (CiN) cases.
* Undertake statutory court work and contribute to care proceedings as required.
* Conduct assessments, develop support plans, and monitor outcomes for children and families.
* Work collaboratively with a multi-agency team including health, education, and other social care professionals.
* Maintain high-quality records and ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and statutory requirements.
Requirements
* Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England (SWE) registration.
* Experience in child protection, CiN, and court work.
* Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation and statutory social work practice.
* Excellent communication, assessment, and case management skills.
* Ability to work in a hybrid model with 3 days in the office.
Why Join Bury Family Safeguarding Service?
* Work within a dedicated multi-agency safeguarding team.
* Make a real difference to children and families at critical points in their lives.
* Enjoy a supportive team environment with professional development opportunities.
If you are a qualified Social Worker with experience in safeguarding and statutory work, you can apply directly by sending you up to date CV to or you can call me directly on Referral Bonus:Do you know other social workers who would be a great fit for this role? You could earn £350 for every successful candidate you refer!