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Posted 1 day ago
North West, England, UK
39 - 39 GBP Per Hour
Children's Services
Contract
19/05/2026
Reference 3287
Social Worker – Safeguarding Team | Rochdale Council | £39 per hour
Sheldon Phillips are currently working with Rochdale Borough Council to recruit an experienced Social Worker into their Safeguarding Team. This is a great opportunity to join a busy frontline service supporting children and families through safeguarding intervention, child protection planning and court proceedings.
Role Overview
The Safeguarding Team works with children and families subject to Child in Need, Child Protection and pre-proceedings plans. The successful candidate will manage complex safeguarding cases while working closely with partner agencies to ensure children are protected and supported effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Managing safeguarding and child protection cases
Completing S17 and S47 enquiries
Undertaking Child and Family Assessments
Managing Child in Need and Child Protection plans
Completing court work, PLO and pre-proceedings work
Working in partnership with multi-agency professionals
Undertaking direct work with children and families
Maintaining accurate and timely case recording
Benefits
Competitive rate of £39 per hour
Supportive management team
Flexible hybrid working available
Busy frontline safeguarding environment
Long-term opportunities available
Requirements
SWE Registration
Social Work qualification
Strong safeguarding and assessment experience
Court work and PLO knowledge
Ability to manage complex frontline caseloads
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Interested?
If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please contact Emily Cooper at Sheldon Phillips on 07745200325 or ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com