Social Worker - Safeguarding

A well-regarded local authority in Herefordshire is currently seeking experienced and passionate Social Workers to join its Safeguarding & Support Teams. This is a permanent opportunity offering meaningful work, professional development, and a supportive team culture.

The Role

Social Workers in this service play a vital role in supporting children, young people, and their families. The successful candidate will work directly with families to build trust, offer early help, and take decisive action when necessary to ensure safety and wellbeing. The approach is restorative and inclusive, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and keeping the child's voice at the centre of practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, child-centred social work
• Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and implement interventions
• Work collaboratively with families and partner agencies
• Promote safeguarding and positive outcomes for children
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice

Candidate Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be registered with Social Work England
• Hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW)
• Demonstrate experience in statutory children's social care
• Be confident in decision-making and resilient under pressure
• Be committed to inclusive, strengths-based practice

Team Environment

The Safeguarding & Support service consists of six teams operating across three locality offices: South, North, and Central Herefordshire. Each team includes a Team Manager, Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, and Family Support Workers. Locality working supports strong team connections, easy access to supervision, and flexibility for home working.

Senior managers are actively involved in supporting staff, particularly with complex cases, and the service is proud of its restorative approach to social work, which is embedded in both team culture and leadership style.

Benefits Include:

• Salary:£35,235 - £39,513 + £5,000 Market Supplement + £10,000 Welcome Payment

• £5,000 market supplement (annually)
• £10,000 welcome payment for experienced social workers
• Up to £10,000 relocation support
• 31 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays), with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days
• Flexible working arrangements including flexi-time, job-share, part-time, and home working
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Protected time and budget for professional development
• Clear career progression pathways
• Payment of professional registration fees
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to retail, leisure, holiday, and health discounts

To apply or find out more, If you are interested in this role please apply to this job advert or should you wish to discuss other opportunities, permanent / locum, please contact Penny Cronje on 07563 570049 or email a CV to penny.cronje@csltd.org.uk

About Connect2SocialWork

Connect2SocialWork is wholly owned by Kent County Council. In addition to our links with KCC, we have managed services in place with Hampshire County Council, Luton Borough Council, Surrey County Council, Dudley Metropolitan Council and Dorset Council. We also provide available work with the majority of the local authorities

Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.