Children's Social Worker - PERMANENT

Job Title: Children's Safeguarding & Child Protection Social WorkerLocation: Oldham CouncilSalary:

• Social Worker (Grade 7): £36,648 - £40,221
• Experienced Social Worker (Grade 8): £40,221 - £44,428
• £2,000 Retention Payment

Oldham Council is looking for 17 experienced and committed Children's Social Workers to join our Safeguarding & Child Protection (CP) Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families.

We are committed to developing a stable and permanent workforce, ensuring our staff have the right support, manageable caseloads, and access to excellent career development opportunities.

• Undertake assessments and develop Care & Support Plans for children and families in need of safeguarding and protection.
• Respond to crisis situations, using appropriate interventions to safeguard children at risk.
• Manage complex caseloads, working closely with multi-agency professionals to deliver high-quality support.
• Prepare reports for court proceedings, case conferences, and reviews, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards.
• Advocate for children and families, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met.
• Contribute to a learning culture, sharing skills and mentoring less experienced colleagues.

• Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience, ideally in safeguarding/child protection, but we welcome applications from those with experience in other areas such as Assessment & Intervention.
• Skills: Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge: A thorough understanding of child protection legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Other Requirements: A full driving licence or ability to travel across Oldham.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working, TOIL (time off in lieu), and hybrid working.
• Financial Benefits:
  • £2,000 retention payment.
  • £500 essential car user allowance plus mileage (45p per mile).
  • Relocation package of up to £8,000.
  • Reimbursement of Social Work England registration fees.
• Wellbeing & Development:
  • 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) and the option to buy extra days.
  • Defined benefit pension scheme.
  • Discounted gym membership and staff discount scheme.
  • Career progression and comprehensive learning & development programmes.

If you are an experienced social worker looking for a role that offers professional growth, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of a team dedicated to safeguarding and protecting children in Oldham.

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on or email me your CV -

If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350.