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Children's Social Worker - Family Support and SafeguardingOpus People Solutions • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
Children's Social Worker - Family Support and Safeguarding

Children's Social Worker - Family Support and Safeguarding

Opus People Solutions • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
28 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

About the Role

We are currently seeking dedicated and passionate Social Workers to join a well-established Family Support & Safeguarding service across Cambridgeshire. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking local authority that values flexibility, professional development, and delivering meaningful outcomes for children and families.

You will play a key role in supporting vulnerable children and their families, ensuring their safety and well being while enabling positive, long-term change.

Location: Cambridgeshire (Multiple Locations Available)

  • Huntington
  • Wisbech
  • Cambridge City
  • East Cambridgeshire - Ely

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied caseload of children and families, ensuring timely, effective interventions that promote stability and positive outcomes.
  • Undertake Child and Family Assessments, Section 47 enquiries, and other statutory duties in line with legislation and local safeguarding procedures.
  • Develop clear, outcome-focused care and support plans, regularly reviewing progress and adapting interventions to meet changing needs.
  • Build strong, professional relationships and carry out meaningful direct work with children, young people, and families to achieve sustainable change.
  • Identify and assess risks, taking proactive steps to safeguard children, including initiating and managing child protection plans where necessary.
  • Work closely with key partners including schools, health professionals, police, and other agencies to deliver coordinated support.
  • Prepare high-quality reports and care plans for court proceedings and represent the local authority where required.
  • Attend and contribute to child protection conferences, core group meetings, strategy discussions, and reviews.
  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in line with statutory requirements and organisational policies.
  • Participate in regular supervision, reflective practice, and training to continuously develop your skills and knowledge.

About You

  • Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
  • Experience within children's services, ideally in Family Support or Safeguarding
  • Strong assessment and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
  • A proactive, resilient, and child-focused approach

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Hybrid working model with flexible options from day one
  • Compressed hours opportunities
  • Relocation package available
  • Sponsorship transfer (swap) available
  • Retention payment after your first year
  • Supportive team environment with strong management and supervision
  • Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.

If you're looking to join a supportive and progressive service where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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Children's Social Worker - Family Support and Safeguarding • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England

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