Job Description
Job Description
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Children's Social Worker - Safeguarding & Planning (Fieldwork Team)
Are you a passionate and committed Children's Social Worker looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority?
We are currently recruiting for experienced Locum Social Workers to join the Safeguarding & Planning Fieldwork Teams in Oldham. This is an excellent opportunity to work within well-established Long Term Teams supporting children and families through safeguarding processes and care proceedings.
Benefits:
Working Pattern: Minimum 3 Days Office-Based Per Week
A dedicated consultant - one point of contact
Ongoing CPD/Training via our e-learning online portal
Weekly payroll
Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality
Up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply)
Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality safeguarding and planning interventions
Manage a varied caseload within long-term child protection and court work
Build effective relationships with children, families, and partner agencies
Undertake assessments, care planning, and statutory visits
Contribute to positive outcomes for children and young people
To Be Considered, ideally you will have:
Recognised Diploma / Degree in Social Work
Social Work England registration
Experience within children's safeguarding / long-term teams
Strong assessment and analytical skills
Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency environment
If you're looking for a rewarding role within a local authority that genuinely invests in its Social Workers, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. xbpsjku
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
March 5, 2026
Job Type:
Social Care
Location:
gb
Company:
Randstad Care
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Don't miss this opportunity! Apply now and join our team.