Social Worker
Location
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Job Type
Full-time
Category
community-and-social-service
Posted
June 03, 2026
Peterborough City Council
Social Worker – Safeguarding Team
Pay Rate: £39 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Locum
About the Role
Peterborough City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Safeguarding Team.
You will work with children and families where safeguarding concerns have been identified, completing assessments and delivering interventions to ensure children are protected and supported effectively.
This is a supportive and well-structured service with a strong focus on multi-agency collaboration and achieving positive outcomes for children.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments.
Manage a caseload of CIN and CP cases, including court work where required.
Develop and implement robust safety and support plans.
Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education, and police.
Undertake direct wo...
Social Worker – Safeguarding Team
Pay Rate: £39 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Locum
About the Role
Peterborough City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Safeguarding Team.
You will work with children and families where safeguarding concerns have been identified, completing assessments and delivering interventions to ensure children are protected and supported effectively.
This is a supportive and well-structured service with a strong focus on multi-agency collaboration and achieving positive outcomes for children.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments.
Manage a caseload of CIN and CP cases, including court work where required.
Develop and implement robust safety and support plans.
Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education, and police.
Undertake direct wo...