Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Team
Grade 9 and 10 – Salary £39,152 to £46,142 per annum plus £7,000 Market Forces Supplement (subject to experience).
About the role:
* Work within the Dudley Family Safeguarding Service, a multi‑professional team of Social Workers, Advanced Practitioners, Child Practitioners, and others.
* Carry out front‑line safeguarding duties: initial assessments, child in‑need and child protection plans, pre‑proceedings and care proceedings.
* Support families from the front door, delivering a whole‑family approach that recognises strengths and promotes sustained change.
* Collaborate across agencies to keep families safe and promote best outcomes for children.
* Work in a fast‑paced environment and be part of a team driving best practice.
What we’re looking for:
* Qualified Social Worker with a minimum of 12 months post‑qualifying experience.
* For those with less than 12 months, ASYE programme experience is considered.
* Enthusiastic, creative, and driven to make a difference in children’s lives.
* A team player who thrives under pressure and is committed to learning and professional development.
We offer:
* Competitive salary (£39,152‑£46,142 + £7,000 supplement).
* Flexible working options – flexitime and home‑working (where service requirements allow).
* Generous holiday allowance with special leave provisions.
* Full‑time employment with the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Comprehensive induction, ongoing training and a career progression framework.
* Supportive management and regular supervisions to develop practice.
If you are passionate about safeguarding children and want to be part of a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you. Please contact the Centre for Professional Practice at CPP@dudley.gov.uk or karen.g.johnson@dudley.gov.uk.
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