Social Worker – Assessment & Safeguarding

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Social Worker – Assessment & Safeguarding

📍 Darlington | 💰 £31 per hour | ⏱️ Ongoing Contract

Looking for a well-rounded safeguarding role in a supportive, relationship-focused authority?

We’re recruiting a Social Worker to join the Assessment & Safeguarding Team in Darlington, offering a varied caseload and the chance to work in a small, well-connected local authority.

💡 Why this role stands out

* 💰 £31 per hour – solid rate for safeguarding work

* 📄 Ongoing contract with strong extension potential

* 🤝 Small authority = better relationships & support

* 🧠 Strong focus on relational practice

* 👨‍👩‍👧 Access to Family Group Conferencing & targeted family support services

🧩 The Role

You’ll support children and families from referral through to intervention, managing a diverse caseload across the full safeguarding pathway.

This is a frontline, varied role ideal for Social Workers who enjoy working across different stages of intervention.

🔍 Key Responsibilities

* Complete Child & Family Assessments

* Manage cases across:

* Child in Need (CIN)

* Child Protection (CP)

* Children in Care

* Public & private law proceedings

* Build strong relationships with children, families, and partner agencies

* Work within a relational practice framework

* Collaborate with integrated support services to improve outcomes

* Maintain accurate and high-quality case records

✅ What we’re looking for

* Qualified Social Worker

* Experience within Children’s Safeguarding / Assessment teams

* Confident managing a varied caseload

* Strong relationship-building and communication skills

* Ability to work effectively in a multi-agency environment

📩 Interested?

Apply now or get in touch to find out more — this is a great opportunity within a supportive and well-structured service

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