via reed · 15 June 2026 ·7 days ago

Children's Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team

Reed
Bury Contract GBP 74,100 – 74,100
15 jobs in Bury — and more nearby.
Upload your CV and see which ones actually match you.
Upload CV

Our Client, Bury Council, is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join their Family Safeguarding Team.

This is a Hybrid Working Role!

Fantastic payrate of £38 per hour!

Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Responsibilities of this role:

  • Complete statutory assessments (Section 17 & 47) and identify safeguarding risks.

  • Manage a caseload, developing and reviewing Child Protection and Child in Need plans.

  • Undertake direct work with children and families, using a strengths-based approach.

  • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard children.

  • Carry out ongoing risk assessments and take action to protect children.

  • Prepare reports and attend child protection conferences and court where required.

  • Maintain accurate, timely case records in line with policy and legislation.

  • Ensure the child’s voice is central to all planning and decision-making.

  • Comply with relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures, and professional standards.

Requirements of this role:
  • Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.

  • Must have a Social Work qualification (Diploma in social work, social work degree or equivalent)

  • Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience working as a social worker

Benefits of working through Reed, include:
  • Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.

  • Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.

  • Free CV building and Interview support.

  • Free DBS checks.

  • Weekly payroll.

  • PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.

  • CPD contributions.

  • Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients.

  • Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.

Does this role interest you? Apply today!

The market for this type of role

Similar openings
15
Social work roles in Bury
Full-time
80%
of Social work roles in the UK
Remote possible
5%
of Social work roles
Reed

200 open positions · Aberdeen, Abingdon, Addlestone, Alton, Ambleside +126

📊 Social work · the UK
417
active jobs
8.9%
Remote
Ø 1d
avg. online
Top skills in demand
ExcelPflegeHygieneTherapie

Frequently asked questions

How many Social work jobs are available in Bury?
Currently 15 Social work roles in Bury on AlmostHired, across 5 different companies. Our data is updated daily.
Do Social work roles offer remote work?
5% of Social work roles in the UK allow remote work, either partial or full. To filter specifically for remote positions, use AlmostHired.
How do I know if I match this role?
Upload your CV — our AI compares your profile to the job requirements and gives you a precise match score, with matching and missing skills.