Qualified Social Worker Support and Protection

<p><strong>Social Worker - Support & Protection</strong></p><p>Trafford Council is currently recruiting for permanent Social Workers to join our Support & Protection Service across our locality teams in Altrincham, Stretford, and Sale.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive and well-supported local authority committed to delivering high-quality services and positive outcomes for children and families.</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary: £37,280 - £42,839 per annum</li><li>Social Workers appointed at Band 7 (Level 2) or Band 8 (Level 3) depending on experience Band 8 (Level 3) Social Workers receive a Market Factor Supplement of £2,400 per annum</li><li>Reimbursement of Social Work England registration fees </li><li>Access to flexible and hybrid working arrangements</li><li>Supportive management and reflective supervision</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and training</li></ul><strong>Responsibilities:</strong><ul><li>Manage a caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans and Care Proceedings</li><li>Undertake statutory duties in line with the Children Act 1989 and associated legislation</li><li>Complete high-quality assessments, care planning, and reviews</li><li>Develop and implement plans that promote safety, stability, and permanence</li><li>Work directly with children, young people, and families using a strengths-based approach</li><li>Contribute to safeguarding, risk management, and decision-making processes</li><li>Prepare clear, analytical reports for court and attend hearings as required</li><li>Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated support</li><li>Maintain accurate and timely case recordings</li></ul><strong>To be considered for the role, ideally you will have:</strong><ul><li>Diploma / Degree in Social Work</li><li>Social Work England registration</li><li>Minimum 3 years' post-qualifying experience</li><li>Experience within Child Protection / Care Proceedings</li><li>Strong assessment, safeguarding, and care planning skills</li><li>Ability to manage complex and longer-term casework</li><li>Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle</li></ul><p><strong>This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking authority that prioritises high-quality practice and positive outcomes for children.</strong></p><p><strong>Apply today or get in touch for more information.</strong></p><p></p><p><em>Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.</em></p><p><em>Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.</em></p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?HEJlsczeL0vSA%2bRRrd12tgh4rcY1wLRsk" width="0" height="0" />