Opus People Solutions, on behalf of Walsall Council, has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker to join their Safeguarding Team.

Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding

Length of assignment: 3 Months

Hours per week: 37

Hourly rate: 33.30

Location: Walsall

Remote/Office based: Hybrid - 3 days in the office

About the Role:

We have introduced the Family Safeguarding Model, where social workers collaborate with specialist adult practitioners to keep children safe in their families by providing timely help, protection, and support.

The model has been in place for over a year, and Ofsted has reported exceptional practice from social workers. This approach improves children's experiences and supports families in making positive changes.

As a result:

• Our numbers of children supported by a child protection plan have reduced by half.
• Children entering care have reduced by 30%.

Responsibilities:

• Working with families in need and at risk within the North locality, implementing Family Safeguarding.
• Collaborating with adult practitioners under the family safeguarding model.

If you are passionate about making a difference and have at least 3 years of social work experience, we would love to hear from you.