North West England

37 - 37 GBP Per Hour

Children's Services

Contract

Reference 2685

Social Worker – Safeguarding Team | Bolton Council

Position: Social Worker
Team: Safeguarding
Contract: Locum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Pay Rate: £37 per hour
Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester
Contact: Emily Cooper – 07745200325 | ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com

Sheldon Phillips are working with Bolton Council to recruit a Social Worker to join their Children’s Safeguarding Team on a locum basis. This is a brilliant opportunity to work in a supportive and proactive local authority with a strong focus on stability, manageable caseloads, and high-quality multi-agency working.

The team works with children subject to Child in Need, Child Protection and Court proceedings, and is looking for a practitioner with confidence, commitment, and experience in child-centred safeguarding practice.

What You Can Expect:

Supportive team culture with experienced management
Hybrid working – flexibility around office days
Accessible office base with good transport links
Reflective supervision and strong multi-agency working relationships
Well-structured team with clear processes and expectations

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of children subject to Child Protection, CIN and PLO/court proceedings
Undertake robust Child and Family Assessments and risk analysis
Complete reports for Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Reviews, and court hearings
Develop and review care plans in collaboration with children, families, and professionals
Work closely with health, education, police and legal teams to ensure joined-up practice
Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records
Attend regular supervision and participate in team meetings and case discussions
Maintain focus on child safety, permanence, and family-led solutions