Children's Social Worker - CP & Court Work (Hybrid, Wigan)
Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.
Location: Central Wigan
Team: Central Wigan Locality - Child Protection & Court Team
Working Pattern: Hybrid (predominantly remote)
We are seeking an experienced and committed Children's Social Worker to join a busy and well‑established Child Protection and Court team in Wigan. This role focuses on referral and assessment, child protection, and care proceedings, supporting children, young people and families through robust safeguarding and long‑term planning.
This is a supportive, high‑performing team led by an experienced Team Manager, with a Deputy Team Manager, Senior Practitioner, five Social Workers, a Family Support Worker, and dedicated domestic abuse specialists. Despite being the busiest locality team in Wigan, the service is known for its strong management, collaborative culture and realistic caseloads.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a mixed caseload of CIN, CP and CLA cases within the court arena
Undertake statutory social work duties including assessments, care planning and safeguarding interventions
Progress work through PLO and court proceedings
Work closely with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes
Maintain high‑quality, timely case recording and reporting
Plan and manage your own diary to balance direct work and case management
Team & Working Environment
Average caseload: around 20
Highly flexible hybrid working - attendance in the office is requested for one hour per week on Tuesdays (additional office working welcomed but not required)
Free on‑site parking
Central Wigan locality covering approximately a 3‑mile radius
Non‑drivers are supported and successfully working within the team
Requirements
Social Work England registration
Strong experience in Child Protection and Court Work
Ability to manage competing demands in a fast‑paced service
Commitment to safeguarding and achieving the best outcomes for children
Additional Information
Interviews are planned for next week
The service can wait for a notice period of up to four weeks
An ASAP start is preferred due to urgent service need, but DfE rules cannot be overlookedFor more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - g.bridgman @ (url removed) / (phone number removed)
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
