Social Worker - Front Door Team in Cheshire, Cheshire

Job Title: Social Worker – Front Door Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children
Location: Cheshire, UK
Salary: £40.10 per hour

Social Worker within the Front Door Team in Children's Services in Cheshire, earning £40.10 per hour. This exciting ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, providing the chance to play a pivotal role in safeguarding children and supporting families at the earliest point of contact. Working within a fast-paced and dynamic service, you will be responsible for receiving and assessing referrals, identifying risks, and ensuring children receive the right support at the right time.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Children's Social Worker looking to further develop their safeguarding and assessment expertise while benefiting from the flexibility and variety that locum work provides.

Perks and benefits:

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that complements your lifestyle while continuing to make a meaningful impact.

• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £40.10 per hour, rewarding your expertise and commitment.

• Professional Development: Access ongoing learning and development opportunities to further strengthen your safeguarding knowledge and practice.

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a wide range of professionals and partner agencies, broadening your experience and professional network.

• Impactful Work: Make a genuine difference by helping children and families access the protection and support they need.

• Varied Caseload: Gain exposure to a wide range of safeguarding concerns and referral pathways, enhancing your professional development.

• Flexible Locum Lifestyle: Enjoy the benefits of locum work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

What you will do:

• Receive, screen, and assess referrals regarding children and families in line with statutory guidance and local protocols.

• Conduct timely safeguarding assessments to identify needs, risks, strengths, and appropriate interventions.

• Apply threshold guidance to determine whether cases require Early Help, Child in Need, Child Protection, or statutory social work involvement.

• Gather, evaluate, and analyse information from multiple sources to support evidence-based decision-making.

• Undertake Section 17 Child in Need and Section 47 Child Protection enquiries where required.

• Respond promptly to safeguarding concerns, implementing protective measures where children may be at risk of harm.

• Work closely with police, health services, education providers, Early Help services, and other partner agencies to deliver coordinated responses.

• Participate in strategy discussions, safeguarding meetings, and Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) decision-making processes where required.

• Produce high-quality assessments, reports, and case recordings within agreed timescales.

• Provide consultation, guidance, and advice to professionals regarding safeguarding concerns and referral processes.

• Ensure children, young people, and families are actively involved in assessments and decision-making processes.

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records using electronic case management systems.

• Participate in supervision, team meetings, training, and reflective practice to support continuous professional development.

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, Social Work England standards, and local authority policies.

Why Cheshire

Cheshire offers an exceptional quality of life, combining picturesque countryside, historic market towns, and thriving urban centres. With excellent transport links, outstanding local amenities, and beautiful natural surroundings, the area provides the perfect balance between professional opportunity and personal wellbeing. Whether you enjoy exploring charming villages, enjoying outdoor activities, or benefiting from strong community connections, Cheshire is a fantastic place to build your social work career.

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Take the next step in your social work career and join the Front Door Team in Cheshire with Sanctuary Personnel.