Social Worker
Location
Stafford, Staffordshire
Job Type
Full-time
Category
community-and-social-service
Posted
June 16, 2026
Staffordshire County Council
Social Worker – Safeguarding Team
Pay Rate: £40 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Locum
About the Role
Staffordshire County 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, ensuring timely and effective interventions to protect children and improve outcomes.
This is a supportive and collaborative service with a strong focus on relationship-based practice and multi-agency working.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments.
Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection 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 work with children ...
Social Worker – Safeguarding Team
Pay Rate: £40 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Locum
About the Role
Staffordshire County 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, ensuring timely and effective interventions to protect children and improve outcomes.
This is a supportive and collaborative service with a strong focus on relationship-based practice and multi-agency working.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments.
Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection 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 work with children ...