Social Worker - Safeguarding Team in Slough, Berkshire

Job Title: Social Worker – Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children
Location: Slough, UK
Salary: £44,873 - £50,238 per annum
Type: Permanent, Full Time

Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team in Slough, earning between £44,873 and £50,238 per annum. This permanent full-time opportunity offers the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families while working within a supportive and ambitious Children's Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated safeguarding professional looking to further develop their career in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the stability and consistency of a permanent full-time position.
• Annual Salary: Competitive salary reflecting your experience, expertise, and contribution to safeguarding children.
• Permanent Position: Build a long-term career within a supportive local authority committed to excellent practice.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training, learning opportunities, and career progression pathways.
• Collaborative Culture: Work within a multidisciplinary environment that values teamwork, innovation, and shared responsibility.
• Meaningful Impact: Play a vital role in protecting children and supporting families to achieve positive outcomes.
• Supportive Management: Benefit from regular supervision, guidance, and professional support.

What you will do

• Case Management: Manage a varied caseload of children and families requiring safeguarding intervention and support.
• Assessments: Complete statutory assessments, including Child and Family Assessments, parenting assessments, and risk assessments.
• Care Planning: Develop, implement, and review child protection and care plans alongside families and partner agencies.
• Safeguarding: Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, taking timely action to protect children in accordance with legislation and local procedures.
• Professional Meetings: Lead and participate in child protection conferences, strategy meetings, core groups, and other statutory forums.
• Relationship Building: Build positive and effective relationships with children and families, ensuring the child's voice remains central to all planning.
• Court Work: Prepare detailed reports for court proceedings, conferences, and statutory reviews.
• Multi-Agency Working: Work closely with schools, health professionals, police, legal representatives, and other agencies to coordinate support and interventions.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using electronic case management systems.
• Professional Development: Participate in supervision, reflective practice, training, and ongoing learning opportunities.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Social Work Qualification: Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration: Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience: Previous experience within statutory Children's Social Care, particularly safeguarding or child protection services.
• Legislative Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Children Act 1989, Children Act 2004, and associated statutory guidance.
• Assessment Skills: Experience conducting statutory assessments, care planning, and risk analysis.
• Decision-Making Ability: Capable of managing complex cases and making sound professional judgements under pressure.
• Communication Skills: Excellent assessment, analytical, report-writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Partnership Working: Proven ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary professionals and partner agencies.
• IT Skills: Competent in the use of electronic social care recording and case management systems.

Desirable Requirements

• Court Experience: Knowledge and experience of court work and public law proceedings.
• Practice Models: Understanding of Signs of Safety, restorative practice, or strengths-based approaches.
• Practice Education: Practice Educator qualification or willingness to support and mentor student social workers.
• Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Why Slough

Slough offers a fantastic blend of urban convenience and green open spaces, making it an excellent place to live and work. With outstanding transport links to London and the surrounding areas, a diverse and vibrant community, and excellent local amenities, Slough provides a dynamic environment for both professional growth and personal wellbeing. It is an ideal location for social workers looking to make a real impact while enjoying excellent career opportunities.

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