Social Worker - Safeguarding Team

Gloucestershire County Council

Social Worker – Safeguarding Team

Pay Rate: £42 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Locum

About the Role

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Safeguarding Team.
You will work with children and families where there are safeguarding concerns, completing assessments and delivering effective interventions to ensure children are protected and supported.

This is a well-supported service with a strong focus on multi-agency working 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 care plans.
  • Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education, and police.
  • Undertake direct work with children and families.
  • Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews, and court.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records.

Practice Model Used by Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire uses a Strengths-Based Practice Model, supported by the “Three Conversations” approach.
This framework focuses on:

  • Building meaningful, person-centred relationships with families
  • Reducing unnecessary processes and focusing on outcomes
  • Working collaboratively to identify strengths and solutions
  • Clear and transparent risk assessment
  • Reflective supervision and professional autonomy
  • The model supports consistent, high-quality safeguarding practice.

Why Gloucestershire Is a Great Place to Live and Work

Gloucestershire offers a fantastic mix of countryside beauty and vibrant communities:

  • Home to the stunning Cotswolds, perfect for outdoor living and scenic views.
  • Thriving towns such as Cheltenham and Gloucester with culture, shopping, and entertainment.
  • Excellent transport links to Bristol, Birmingham, Oxford, and London.
  • More affordable housing compared to many South West locations.
  • Strong communities, good schools, and a high quality of life.
  • A supportive local authority focused on staff wellbeing, development, and improving outcomes for children.
  • It’s a brilliant place to build your career while enjoying a great lifestyle.

Interested?

To apply, please send your CV to:
📧 dmitchell@sheldon-phillips.com

For more information, call:
📞 07561 805654