Family Support and Safeguarding Specialist

2 days ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom NHS Full time
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Social Worker to join our Family Support and Safeguarding Team. The successful candidate will work with children, young people, and their families to achieve sustainable change and improved outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals. As a key member of our team, you will manage a varied caseload of Child in Need, Children in need of Protection, Public Law Outline, and care proceedings, focusing on children up to the age of 18.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Act as the lead professional and ensure all matters in respect of safeguarding are dealt with promptly, effectively, and in line with child protection procedures.
  • Undertake assessments to identify and respond to needs, building on strengths and ensuring that analysis is robust and leads to clear outcomes.
  • Engage with children, young people, and their families to develop effective and empowering relationships which facilitate change and improve outcomes.


What We Offer
A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work. Our aim is to provide a supportive environment that fosters growth and development.

Estimated salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum.

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