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🩺 We’re Hiring – Children’s Social Workers (Safeguarding & Support Team) 📍 Location: Herefordshire 🔖 Reference – SCS774 🕒 Job Type: Permanent – Full Time (37 hours per week) 💼 Start Date: ASAP 💰 Salary: £36,363 – £40,777 per annum (plus £5,000 market rate supplement = £41,363 – £45,777) 🎁 Welcome Payment: £10,000 🚚 Relocation Package: Up to £10,000 available About the Role: Supply Care Solutions is a market-leading Medical and Social Care recruitment consultancy, offering accredited services across the public sector. We provide highly skilled, compliant professionals across all grades and specialisms — including short, long-term, and permanent placements. We’re currently recruiting for passionate and skilled Children’s Social Workers to join our client’s Safeguarding & Support Teams in Herefordshire. These are fantastic permanent opportunities for experienced practitioners who are committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and families through a restorative, relationship-based approach. The Children’s Safeguarding & Support Teams are based across three localities, all with excellent transport links. The teams are made up of Team Managers, Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, and Family Support Workers — all working collaboratively to deliver a high-quality, child-focused service. Working within one of six supportive teams, you’ll engage with families to safeguard children, promote positive change, and ensure their well-being. You’ll also have the flexibility to work from home while maintaining an active presence in the office to collaborate, share knowledge, and build strong working relationships with colleagues. Key Responsibilities: • Undertake assessments, planning, and interventions with children and families in need of safeguarding and support • Work closely with the Council’s Legal Team to complete Court applications and attend proceedings when required • Engage in restorative, strength-based practice to help families achieve sustainable improvements • Contribute to case discussions and multi-agency planning to ensure the best outcomes for children • Maintain high standards of record-keeping and compliance with statutory requirements • Participate in regular supervision and reflective practice sessions with your allocated supervisor Requirements: • Degree/Diploma in Social Work (DipSW, CQSW, CSS, or equivalent) • Registration with Social Work England • Substantial experience in Children’s Services , ideally in Safeguarding or Child Protection • Strong understanding of court processes, safeguarding legislation, and child development • Excellent communication, assessment, and report-writing skills • Must be a car driver • Sponsorship available for candidates based in the UK with statutory UK experience • Enhanced DBS required Why Join Us? • Competitive salary and £5,000 annual market supplement • Welcome payment of £10,000 for experienced social workers • Relocation support up to £10,000 • Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) • Professional development opportunities — protected time and training budget • Clear career progression pathways to Senior Social Worker level • Generous annual leave: 31 days plus bank holidays (with option to buy up to 10 extra days) • Flexible working: flexi-time, job share, part-time hours, and hybrid options • Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to confidential counselling and wellbeing support • Payment of professional registration fees • Pick Your Perks: discounts on retail, leisure, holidays, and health services 🎁 Referral Bonus Available! Earn a reward through our referral incentive — if you know anyone looking for Locum or Permanent work, refer them to us here: 👉 https://supplycaresolutions.co.uk/candidates/referral-form/ Terms and conditions apply. 📝 Apply Now To apply, please email the following documents to [email protected] : • Updated CV (in Word format, with no gaps) • Proof of right to work in the UK (Passport, Visa, or Biometric Card) • National Insurance Number 📞 For more details or to discuss the role, call 020 8506 1111 (Option 1) and ask for Michael . 🔒 Privacy Policy View our full privacy policy here: 👉 www.supplycaresolutions.co.uk/privacy-cookies 🌐 About Supply Care Solutions Supply Care Solutions offers a wide range of locum and permanent opportunities across the UK, recruiting professionals across all specialisms and grades. All locums and permanent staff must be fully contract-compliant before commencing work through our agency. We work in full compliance with Monitor/TDA rate caps, ensuring transparency and fair practice across all placements.