Salary £40,777 - £46,142 Per Annum | Permanent, Full Time 37 Hours Per Week | Burnley, Rossendale & Fylde & Wyre
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Senior Social Worker Family Safeguarding Service
Are you an experienced and valued‑driven social worker looking to make a real and lasting difference for children and families? We are recruiting for our Child in Need, Child Protection and Court Teams and are seeking experienced, passionate Senior Social Workers to join us.
Lancashire is a Family Safeguarding Authority, and our practice model is rooted in motivational interviewing along with other strength‑based approaches. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will help families create positive, sustainable change through our Family Safeguarding Programme. This is an opportunity to work creatively, collaboratively and with the right professional autonomy to truly influence outcomes.
What we’re looking for
* Bring at least 3 years’ postqualification experience in statutory children’s social care
* Are committed to strength‑based, relationship‑focused practice
* Can work confidently with children in need, child protection processes, and court work
* Value multiagency working and understand the role of professional curiosity
* Are reflective, resilient, compassionate and motivated by improving children’s lives
Experience within a Family Safeguarding model is desirable, but not essential we offer training and development to support you to thrive in this approach.
What we offer
* A supportive, skilled and stable workforce
* Strong training pathways, including Family Safeguarding and motivational interviewing
* High‑quality reflective supervision
* Opportunities for career development within a large and ambitious council
* A culture that values learning, inclusion, and professional autonomy
You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use.
Join us and be part of a service that is proud of its values and committed to achieving positive change for children and families across Lancashire.
How to apply:
To submit your application, please click ‘Apply Now’ and ensure you attach your CV and supporting statement, as the interview panel may not be able to shortlist you without this evidence.
If you would like to arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact our talent team – talent@lancashire.gov.uk. Link to apply below
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