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Social Worker - Support & Safeguarding

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Service Care Solutions

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United Kingdom , Wellingborough

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Salary:

40369.00 - 43686.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

As a Social Worker in our Support and Safeguarding teams, you will play a key role in protecting children and supporting families through challenging circumstances.

Job Responsibility:

  • Assess risk and need to ensure children are safe and supported
  • Deliver purposeful, outcome-focused interventions
  • Build strong, trust-based relationships with children and families
  • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners
  • Make confident, informed decisions that improve lives

Requirements:

  • Qualified and registered Social Worker
  • ASYE completed
  • Experienced in working with children and families
  • Confident in decision-making and risk assessment
  • Passionate about achieving the best outcomes for children
What we offer:
  • £6,000 Recruitment Welcome Bonus
  • Up to £8,000 relocation package
  • Annual SWE registration fully paid
  • Retention bonuses for established staff
  • 28 days annual leave 8 bank holidays
  • Additional 5 days leave after 5 years
  • Option to purchase up to 25 extra days
  • Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements
  • Local Government Pension Scheme with 3x salary life cover
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
  • Discounts across retail, travel, days out and more
  • Subsidised town centre parking
  • Strong, supportive management team
  • High-quality supervision and peer support
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Clear career progression pathways

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 23, 2026

Expiration:
May 11, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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