Job Description
Salary £36,363 - £46,142 per annum | Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week | Family Safeguarding - Childrens Social Care | Preston, Greater Preston & Chorley
Were currently seeking dedicated Social Workers, with a minimum of 12 months post-qualification Social Work experience, to join our Family Safeguarding teams, based in Preston, Greater Preston & Chorley.
About Us: Lancashire County Council Children’s Services is a progressive and innovative workplace that embraces strengths-based approaches and the Family Safeguarding model of practice.
Working in the Family Safeguarding Team: Family Safeguarding is a way of working to help keep families together and achieve better outcomes for children and their parents by engaging them in a more collaborative way.
Our Commitment: We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and manageable caseloads. With national funding, we are enhancing our service by reducing caseloads, providing excellent training, and expanding our service offerings to positively impact Lancashire’s children and families.
Training and Development: New recruits will attend our established Social Work Academy, which includes an extensive induction programme, regular recall days, and training for ASYE social workers.
Why Join Us?
* Benefits: Theres fabulous flexibility and the opportunity to create the work life balance youll love; 26 days annual leave, rising to 32 days with tenure plus 10 statutory/bank holidays and an additional 20 days that can be purchased too.
* Development: well provide support and development at each stage of your journey with us from induction through to personal and professional qualifications.
* Inclusivity: We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and have support groups available for everyone.
Application Process: If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit the following with your application: CV/Resume
Closing Date: 31st October 2025
Interviews: Weekly interview slots
Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families in Lancashire!
You must be registered (Social Work England) to be appointed as a Social Worker.
In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.
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