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Children's Social Worker

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United Kingdom , Oldham

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36648.00 - 44428.00 GBP / Year
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Permanent Children’s Social Workers – Safeguarding & Child Protection. Join Oldham’s Safeguarding & Child Protection Team and become part of a service committed to stability, development, and growing our own talent. We are strengthening our permanent workforce and reducing agency reliance, with 17 posts available. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority that invests in its people and prioritises high-quality practice.

Job Responsibility:

  • Manage a varied caseload
  • Undertake assessments
  • Develop and review Care & Support Plans
  • Deliver meaningful interventions that improve outcomes for children, young people, and families
  • Assess need and risk, including complex and crisis situations
  • Develop, deliver, and review effective care plans
  • Prepare reports and represent the local authority in court and multi-agency forums
  • Build strong partnerships with health, education, and voluntary agencies
  • Champion safeguarding practice and promote positive change

Requirements:

  • Qualified Social Worker
  • At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience
  • Safeguarding/Child Protection experience is ideal
  • Relevant backgrounds such as Assessment & Intervention are also welcome
  • Passionate about improving life chances
  • Confident in managing risk
  • Committed to continuous professional development
What we offer:
  • £2,000 retention payment
  • Up to £8,000 relocation package
  • Essential car user allowance (£500) 45p per mile mileage
  • Free town centre parking
  • Reimbursement of Social Work England fees
  • 25 days annual leave (rising with service) option to buy more
  • Defined benefit pension scheme
  • Hybrid working
  • Discounted gym membership & staff discount scheme
  • Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
  • Staff recognition events
  • Quality supervision
  • Protected development time
  • Access to a comprehensive CPD programme
  • Clear progression pathways

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 21, 2026

Expiration:
March 23, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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