Social Worker - Support & Safeguarding

Job description

Liquid Personnel is recruiting Experienced Social Workers and Advanced Social Workers for its client's Support & Safeguarding Team based in Chippenham and Trowbridge, Wiltshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded local authority committed to delivering relationship-based practice, empowering families, and achieving positive outcomes for children. You'll be part of a supportive and ambitious service where professional judgement is valued, wellbeing is prioritised, and career development is actively encouraged. **The Role** As a member of the **Support & Safeguarding Team**, you will: - Manage a diverse caseload of Child in Need, Child Protection, and Public Law cases. - Build strong and trusting relationships with children and families to create sustainable change. - Undertake assessments, care planning, and direct interventions to safeguard children. - Work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver effective multi-agency support. - Contribute to court work and statutory processes where required. - Support children to remain safely within their families wherever possible. **Why Join Wiltshire?** - Supportive and experienced management teams. - Flexible and hybrid working opportunities. - Excellent learning, development, and progression pathways. - Regular supervision and reflective practice sessions. - Manageable caseloads and strong peer support. - Generous annual leave and pension scheme. - Relocation support available for eligible candidates. - A culture focused on staff wellbeing and professional growth. **About You** We're looking for passionate and dedicated practitioners committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families. **Requirements** - Social Work England registration. - Recognised Social Work qualification. - Completion of ASYE. - Experience within Children's Social Care, Safeguarding, or Family Support Services. - Strong assessment, communication, and relationship-building skills. - Commitment to high-quality, child-centred practice. - Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. **Apply Now** If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with a local authority that invests in its people and puts children at the heart of everything it does, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help Wiltshire's children and families build safer, brighter futures. **GH - 35466**