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Permanent Social Worker - Swindon Borough Council

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Swindon

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Job Description

Senior Social Worker / Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Service

Swindon Borough Council

Up to £50,000 per annum

£8,000 Relocation Package Available

Permanent | Full-Time

Please note: This role does not offer sponsorship.

Up to £50,000 salary depending on experience
	
£8,000 relocation bonus for qualifying candidates relocating to the area
	
Stable permanent opportunity within a well-established Family Safeguarding Service
	
Supportive management structure with strong learning and development culture
	
Flexible working arrangements available
	
Sponsorship is not available for this position

Are you an experienced Social Worker or Senior Social Worker looking to make a genuine difference within a progressive and relationship-focused authority? Swindon Borough Council is expanding its Family Safeguarding Service and is looking for passionate practitioners who are committed to improving outcomes for children and families.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority that places strong emphasis on collaborative practice, manageable caseloads, and continuous professional development. You’ll work within a multi-disciplinary safeguarding environment where practitioners are empowered to build meaningful relationships with families while receiving consistent support from experienced leadership teams.

About the Authority

Swindon Borough Council is committed to creating lasting positive change for children and young people. Their Family Safeguarding model focuses on keeping families together safely through evidence-based interventions and strong multi-agency working. The service promotes a healthy work-life balance, reflective supervision, and clear progression pathways for ambitious practitioners.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of children and families subject to Child Protection, Child in Need, and care proceedings
	
Complete high-quality assessments, reports, and plans in line with statutory responsibilities
	
Build strong, effective relationships with children, families, and partner agencies
	
Undertake direct work with children to ensure their voices remain central to planning
	
Participate in strategy discussions, core groups, child protection conferences, and court work where required
	
Contribute to a positive team culture focused on restorative and relationship-based practice
	
Support and mentor less experienced staff where appropriate (Senior Social Worker level)

Candidate Requirements

Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification
	
Registered with Social Work England
	
Experience within Children’s Safeguarding/Family Safeguarding services
	
Strong assessment, risk management, and court work experience
	
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
	
Full UK driving licence preferred

Why Work With Us?

Competitive salary package up to £50,000
	
£8,000 relocation support for eligible candidates moving to the area
	
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
	
Clear career progression opportunities
	
Ongoing training and development programmes
	
Supportive leadership and reflective supervision
	
Opportunity to make a real impact within a progressive safeguarding service

📞 For more information or to apply, please contact:

Josh Dhumisani

📱 (phone number removed)

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