Social Worker - Family Safeguarding
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Social Worker – Family Safeguarding
West Berkshire Council – Based in Newbury
Salary: £40,242 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
West Berkshire Council is seeking a committed and experienced Social Worker to join their Family Safeguarding Service. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, strengths-based interventions to support children and families, reduce risk, and promote long-term stability.
You’ll manage a varied caseload, work closely with partner agencies, and contribute to a supportive, reflective, and well-structured safeguarding service.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake Child & Family Assessments within statutory timescales.
Manage CIN, CP, and PLO cases with a strong focus on safety planning.
Work collaboratively with adult specialist workers within the Family Safeguarding model.
Prepare analytical, evidence-based reports for panels and court where required.
Build positive, trusting relationships with children and families.
Participate in reflective supervision and contribute to a learning culture.
Maintain accurate, timely case records in line with statutory requirements.
Practice Model Used by West Berkshire
West Berkshire also uses the Family Safeguarding Model, a nationally recognised, multi-disciplinary approach that brings adult specialists (domestic abuse, mental health, substance misuse workers) into Children’s Services teams.
This model promotes:
Holistic, whole-family support
Improved information sharing
Strengths-based, relationship-focused practice
Better outcomes for children through joined-up intervention
Why West Berkshire Is a Great Place to Work and Live
West Berkshire is one of the most desirable areas in the South East, offering a superb balance of countryside living and modern convenience. Highlights include:
Beautiful rural landscapes, including the North Wessex Downs AONB.
A safe, thriving community with excellent schools and family-friendly neighbourhoods.
Strong transport links, including direct trains to Reading, Oxford, and London Paddington.
Newbury is a vibrant, historic market town with cafés, shops, restaurants, and cultural venues.
A stable local authority known for supporting its workforce and investing in practice quality.
Whether you’re commuting or relocating, West Berkshire offers a relaxed pace of life, fantastic scenery, and a high-performing Children’s Services environment
- Location:
- Newbury
- Salary:
- £42,242 /annum
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Social Care
