Qualified Social Worker

About the Role Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care, Safeguarding and Family Support Services, supporting children and families across a range of statutory interventions. This is a varied and rewarding role, working across Children in Care and safeguarding pathways to ensure positive outcomes for children and young people. You will manage a caseload involving assessment, safeguarding and care planning, working within statutory frameworks to support children, families and placements effectively. The role offers a balanced hybrid working model, with a mix of home working and office-based collaboration across key sites in Telford. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload across Children in Care and safeguarding services Undertake assessments and interventions to support children and families Deliver statutory responsibilities in line with legislation and safeguarding procedures Develop and review care and support plans to ensure positive outcomes Build effective relationships with children, families and carers Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated support Maintain accurate, high-quality case records and reports Why Join Telford & Wrekin? Flexible hybrid working model Opportunity to work across CIC and safeguarding pathways Supportive environment within a well-structured service Short-term contract with immediate impact Competitive capped rate Experience/Skills Hold a recognised Social Work qualification Are registered with Social Work England Have experience in Children in Care and safeguarding services Are confident managing statutory caseloads and complex cases Have strong assessment, analytical and communication skills Can work effectively within a multi-agency environment If you're an experienced Social Worker looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and flexible local authority, we'd love to hear from you