About the Role
Cambridgeshire County Council is looking for experienced Social Workers to join their Family Safeguarding Team, supporting children, young people and families through intervention, protection and court processes.
This is a busy and rewarding safeguarding role, managing a varied caseload across:
Child in Need
Child Protection
Children in Care
Pre-ProceedingsWorking within the Family Safeguarding model, you'll focus on building strong relationships with families while managing risk, progressing plans and achieving safe outcomes for children.
This role requires confidence in court work and statutory processes, alongside the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Complete statutory visits across CIN, CP and CIC cases
Manage a complex caseload, including cases in PLO and care proceedings
Prepare and submit court reports, risk assessments and parenting assessments
Attend court hearings (with support from senior practitioners/management)
Chair CIN meetings and Core Group meetings
Attend and contribute to ICPCs and RCPCs, including writing conference reports
Take part in the duty rota, supporting incoming work as required
Effectively assess and manage risk, ensuring timely interventions and safeguarding decisions
Why Join Cambridgeshire?
Established Family Safeguarding model supporting effective practice
Opportunity to gain strong court and statutory experience
Supportive team structure with senior practitioner oversight
Varied caseload offering breadth and challenge
Hybrid working to support flexibility
Experience/Skills
Have strong court experience (essential)
Have previously worked within a Family Safeguarding model (essential)
Hold a recognised Social Work qualification
Are registered with Social Work England
Can confidently manage risk, complexity and statutory processes
Have strong assessment, report writing and communication skills
Hold a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
If you're an experienced safeguarding Social Worker with court experience looking for your next opportunity in a progressive and supportive local authority, we'd love to hear from you