Qualified Children's Social Worker - Safeguarding

Stoke-on-Trent City Council | Locum | Children’s Social Worker
Safeguarding & Support Teams | Pay up to £33.30 per hour | Hybrid Working

Role Overview:
A unique opportunity has arisen to join the dedicated Children’s Safeguarding & Support Teams at Stoke-on-Trent City Council. We are seeking qualified Children and Families Social Workers, ideally with experience in safeguarding and children in care, to undertake varied and diverse case management.

This role requires delivering high-quality assessments in a timely and accurate manner, whilst maintaining a child-centred approach and working restoratively with families. Stoke-on-Trent offers genuine career progression opportunities, from Newly Qualified Social Worker through to Senior Social Worker and Team Manager.

What You’ll Need:

• Social Work Qualification and Social Work England Registration
• Strong knowledge of childcare legislation, including a clear understanding of Working Together to Safeguard Children
• The ability to build effective relationships with children, young people, and families
• Experience in safeguarding practice and case management

What’s on Offer:

• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Manageable caseloads
• High quality reflective supervision
• Health and wellbeing support
• Access to staff equality and diversity networks

Contract Details:

• Locum role within Children’s Safeguarding & Support Teams
• Pay up to £33.30 per hour

For more information, contact Ellis Russell at Sheldon Phillips:
📞 07519750074
✉️ erussell@sheldon-phillips.com

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