Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Team

Job Description

Job Title: Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Children’s Services
Location: Cambridgeshire, UK
Salary: £39.00 Per Hour (Umbrella)
Type: Full Time / Temporary Contract

We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join a well-established Family Safeguarding Team based in Cambridgeshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner with previous Family Safeguarding experience and a strong background in court work. You will manage a varied statutory caseload, working with children and families to deliver effective interventions that promote positive outcomes while receiving support from an experienced management team within a collaborative working environment.

Perks and Benefits

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy a flexible hybrid working arrangement with approximately 2–3 days per week in the office, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join an experienced and collaborative Family Safeguarding Team committed to delivering high-quality services.
• Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing learning opportunities and support to enhance your practice.
• Management Support: Receive regular guidance and supervision from experienced senior practitioners and team managers.
• Collaborative Working: Work alongside multi-agency professionals to deliver coordinated and effective support for children and families.
• Modern Office Facilities: Based at Noble House, Ely, with excellent facilities and convenient access.

What You Will Do

• Complete statutory visits for Children in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP) and Children in Care (CIC) cases.
• Manage a varied caseload including CIN, CP and CIC cases, with some cases progressing through Public Law Outline (PLO) or Section 31 Care Proceedings.
• Prepare high-quality court reports, parenting assessments and risk assessments to support legal proceedings.
• Attend court hearings with support from Senior Practitioners or Team Managers where required.
• Chair Children in Need (CIN) meetings and Core Group Meetings.
• Attend Initial Child Protection Conferences (ICPC) and Review Child Protection Conferences (RCPC), producing clear and comprehensive conference reports.
• Contribute to the team’s duty rota, responding to safeguarding concerns and statutory responsibilities.
• Assess and manage risk effectively to ensure children remain safe and appropriate interventions are implemented.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and partner agencies to deliver child-centred practice.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Previous experience working within a Family Safeguarding Team is essential.
• Significant experience of court work and care proceedings.
• Strong knowledge of statutory children’s social care legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to complete high-quality assessments, court reports and statutory documentation.
• DFE template must be fully completed and submitted with every CV.

Why Cambridgeshire?

Cambridgeshire offers an excellent working environment with a strong focus on collaborative safeguarding practice, modern office facilities, and flexible hybrid working. With a supportive management structure and diverse caseload, this is an ideal opportunity for experienced social workers looking to further develop their career within Family Safeguarding.

Working with Ardent Social

At Ardent Social, we are committed to connecting experienced social work professionals with high-quality opportunities across the UK. We provide a professional, transparent, and supportive recruitment experience, helping you secure roles that match your skills, experience, and career aspirations.

Apply now to join the Family Safeguarding Team in Cambridgeshire and take the next step in your social work career with Ardent Social.