Safeguarding Social Worker

Social Worker | Family Safeguarding | Wigan Council | £38 per hour

Wigan Council are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Family Safeguarding service on an agency basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a progressive and well-regarded model that focuses on keeping families together through targeted, multi-disciplinary interventions.

You will be part of a service that prioritises relationship-based practice, working closely with families to reduce risk and create sustainable change, while ensuring children remain safe.

Role Overview

As a Social Worker within the Family Safeguarding team, you will work with children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans, supporting families through structured interventions aimed at reducing risk and preventing escalation.

The service uses a strengths-based, collaborative approach, working alongside specialist professionals such as domestic abuse workers, substance misuse practitioners, and mental health specialists to deliver holistic support to families.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of children and families subject to CIN and CP plans
  • Undertake comprehensive assessments, including Section 47 enquiries where required
  • Develop and implement outcome-focused care plans
  • Work closely with multi-disciplinary professionals to deliver coordinated interventions
  • Build strong, purposeful relationships with families to promote positive change
  • Prepare reports for conferences, reviews, and court where necessary
  • Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and safeguarding processes
  • Maintain accurate and timely case recording in line with statutory requirements
  • Ensure the child’s voice remains central to all work

Benefits

  • Competitive rate of £38 per hour
  • Opportunity to work within a recognised Family Safeguarding model
  • Supportive management and collaborative team environment
  • Hybrid working opportunities
  • Well-structured service with clear processes and manageable caseloads

Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
  • Registration with Social Work England
  • Experience within Children’s Safeguarding, CIN, and CP work
  • Strong understanding of strengths-based and relationship-focused practice
  • Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams (desirable)
  • Ability to manage complex caseloads effectively
  • Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
  • Flexible and proactive approach

Interested?

If you are a Social Worker looking to work in a forward-thinking service that focuses on supporting families to make lasting change, this is a fantastic opportunity within Wigan Council.

For more information or to apply, please contact:
Emily Cooper - 07745 200325 | ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com