Children's Social Worker - Support & Protection

Social Worker – Support & Protection
📍 Altrincham, Stretford & Sale
💰 £37,280 – £42,839 (Band 7/8) + £2,400 market supplement (Level 3)
Ready to make a real difference where it matters most?
Join Support & Protection at Trafford Council, working with children and families at Child Protection stage or in Care Proceedings. This is meaningful, long-term work with complex families—focused on safety, stability, and sustainable change.
Why Join Us?

• Manageable caseloads (aimed at max 20 children)
• £2,400 annual market supplement (Band 8 Level 3)
• Social Work England fees reimbursed
• Salary sacrifice car parking scheme (£28.50/month)
• Strong supervision & development culture
• Values-led, strengths-based practice

The RoleYou’ll:

• Deliver high-quality, strengths-based social work to children in need, on CP plans, or in care
• Complete clear, analytical assessments and plans
• Work directly with families to reduce risk and achieve lasting change
• Collaborate across multi-agency partnerships
• Represent the Local Authority in court where required

We are committed to relational, trauma-informed practice—working with families in a high support/high challenge environment.
About You

• Qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW, Degree or equivalent)
• Registered with Social Work England
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in statutory children’s social care
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation & court processes
• Confident managing risk and complex cases
• Car driver (essential)
• Enhanced DBS (Children’s Barred List) required

If you’re an experienced social worker ready to do purposeful, relationship-driven work with the backing of a supportive team, please contact me on 01772 208964 or drop me an email at Nik.froud@servicecare.org.uk!