Flexible Social Worker – Safeguarding & Family Support

Slough Children's Services Trust; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A local child support agency in Slough is looking for a qualified social worker to join their Safeguarding and Family Support Service. This role involves responding to urgent child protection referrals to ensure the safety of children and young people. Candidates must hold a Professional Social Work Degree, be registered with Social Work England, and have demonstrable experience. The agency offers flexible working and a supportive environment to promote social work practices.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Social Work England registered social worker with professional qualification.
• Demonstrable post graduate experience in social work.
• Understanding of children and families legal framework and assessment processes.

Responsibilities

• Respond to child protection referrals to keep children safe.
• Gather information and assess priorities for urgent situations.
• Develop plans focused on children’s welfare and family support.

Skills

Child protection procedures

Ability to write high-standard reports

Understanding of legal frameworks for children and families

Education

Professional Social Work Degree or equivalent

Postgraduate qualification in relevant Social Work discipline

Job description

A local child support agency in Slough is looking for a qualified social worker to join their Safeguarding and Family Support Service. This role involves responding to urgent child protection referrals to ensure the safety of children and young people. Candidates must hold a Professional Social Work Degree, be registered with Social Work England, and have demonstrable experience. The agency offers flexible working and a supportive environment to promote social work practices.