Social Worker, Support & Safeguarding Service

Company: . Sanctuary Personnel Limited
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Location: Salisbury
Job Description:

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting a permanent Social Worker for its Support & Safeguarding Team in Wiltshire, Full Time. Salary up to £45,841 per annum.

Job Overview

As the primary worker, responsibilities include case management and delivery of statutory duties for children in need, protection and looked‑after children; interpretation and implementation of departmental policy; managing risk, consulting with families, writing reports and attending conferences and court hearings. The role requires working with other agencies to achieve positive outcomes and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

  • Primary case responsibility for children in need, protection and looked‑after children.
  • Interpret and implement statutory duties, departmental policy and procedures.
  • Manage day‑to‑day casework, comply with assessment frameworks and legal time‑scales.
  • Develop and review individual plans with children, young people and families/carers.
  • Organise and facilitate core group meetings for plan implementation.
  • Write reports for child protection conferences, legal planning meetings, looked‑after children reviews, legal meetings and court hearings.
  • Collaborate with other agencies to deliver coordinated services focused on positive outcomes.
  • Attend Local Allocation Group case discussions and other relevant panels.
  • Maintain accurate electronic records of casework.
  • Contribute positively to team meetings and processes.
  • Support service delivery through knowledge sharing and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

  • Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
  • Current registration with Social Work England.
  • Post‑qualifying social work experience (specified level of experience required).

Working Hours & Availability

Full‑time. Will occasionally work outside normal hours, including weekends, when children and families need support.

Location

Wiltshire, UK.

Equal Opportunities

Sanctuary Personnel promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. All applicants receive a fair selection process.

Reasonable Adjustments

Individuals with disabilities or requiring adjustments may disclose this to receive suitable support during recruitment and in the workplace.

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Posted: July 16th, 2026