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Social Worker - Family Safeguarding

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Peterborough City Council

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United Kingdom , Peterborough

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Salary:

39862.00 - 42839.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

Tight teams, manageable caseloads and life changing results. Part of a flagship for children's service innovation. Work in a purpose-built office with easy access to complementary teams (Housing, Children with Disabilities, Adult Social Care, Legal).

Job Responsibility:

  • Work as part of the Family Safeguarding team to secure better outcomes for vulnerable and at-risk children
  • Make important decisions and solve challenging situations with innovative solutions
  • Collaborate with complementary teams and services

Requirements:

  • Diploma or degree in Social Work or equivalent
  • Completed ASYE
  • Current SWE registration
  • Driving licence and willingness/ability to travel between locations
  • In-depth knowledge of current legislation and guidance
  • Diligent and detail-oriented
  • Experienced while willing to learn and maintain continuing professional development
What we offer:
  • Annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays
  • Sick pay
  • Local government pension scheme
  • Access to benefits via Vivup (in-store and online discounts, Cycle to Work, Home & Electronics schemes)
  • Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave
  • Access to car lease scheme
  • Flexible bank holidays
  • Make Additional Voluntary Contributions to pension
  • Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships
  • Paid volunteering hours each year
  • Access to equality, diversity and inclusion network
  • Opportunities for Employee Recognition Awards
  • Retention bonuses (2.5% of starting salary after 1 year, 7.5% after 2 years, 10% after 3 years, fixed lump sums thereafter)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 14, 2026

Expiration:
March 17, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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