Family Safeguarding Social Worker

Family Safeguarding Social WorkerLocation: Chorley and South RibbleDepartment: Children''s Social Care - Family SafeguardingPay Rate: £39.00 per hourInterviews: As soon as possible (ASAP)About the RoleAn exciting opportunity has opened up for an experienced Children''s Social Worker to join the Family Safeguarding Team covering Chorley and South Ribble.This role focuses on working directly with children and their families using a strength-based, relational approach to address complex risks, keep families safely together where possible, and drive long-term positive outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesChild Protection and Safeguarding: Manage a caseload of children and families subject to Child Protection plans, Children in Need, and care proceedings.Direct Relational Practice: Work alongside parents and carers using trauma-informed and strength-based methodologies to support sustained family change.Multi-Agency Integration: Collaborate with multi-disciplinary specialists (such as adult mental health workers, substance misuse specialists, and domestic abuse practitioners) within the Family Safeguarding model.Assessments and Planning: Complete high-quality, analytical assessments and construct robust, child-centered care plans.Court Work: Prepare timely reports and represent the authority in court proceedings when required.Candidate RequirementsQualifications: Recognized Social Work qualification (BA/BSc/MSc in Social Work or DipSW).Registration: Active registration with Social Work ..... full job details .....