PAIGE/JOBBANK

Social Worker – Safeguarding Team

Swindon, GBPosted 31 Oct 2026Remotelocal_ats

<div> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Liquid Personnel is recruiting an experienced Social Worker for its client’s Adult Safeguarding Team based in Swindon. This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist service dedicated to protecting adults at risk, leading complex safeguarding enquiries, and delivering high-quality interventions that promote safety, independence, dignity, and positive outcomes.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Working within a fast-paced safeguarding environment, you will manage complex cases, undertake statutory assessments, and coordinate multi-agency responses to safeguard vulnerable adults. This role is ideally suited to a confident and knowledgeable practitioner who can make sound decisions, manage risk effectively, and champion person-centred practice.</span></p> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">What will your responsibilities be?</span></h3> <ul style="text-align: justify;"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Complete complex, strengths-based and person-centred assessments to identify risks, needs, and outcomes.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Lead safeguarding investigations, including Section 42 enquiries, safeguarding planning, and risk management interventions.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Manage a complex caseload involving adults at risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments and contribute to Best Interest decision-making processes.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Apply the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Continuing Healthcare guidance, and safeguarding legislation to professional practice.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Work closely with health professionals, police, legal services, families, carers, and partner agencies to coordinate safeguarding responses.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, court documentation, and professional records.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Present evidence at court hearings, safeguarding meetings, and multi-agency forums where required.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Support families and carers while promoting strengths-based and outcome-focused practice.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Mentor and support ASYE social workers, students, and less experienced colleagues.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Contribute to service development initiatives, quality assurance activities, and continuous improvement projects.</span></li> </ul> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Benefits of the role</span></h3> <ul style="text-align: justify;"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Flexible and hybrid working opportunities where available.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Competitive agency pay rates.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Supportive team environment with regular supervision.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Access to specialist safeguarding training and CPD opportunities.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Opportunity to work within a highly regarded Adult Safeguarding service.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment.</span></li> </ul> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Qualifications and Experience</span></h3> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">To be successful in this role, you will need:</span></p> <ul style="text-align: justify;"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">A recognised Social Work qualification (BA, BSc, MA, Diploma in Social Work, CQSW, or equivalent).</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Current registration with Social Work England.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Substantial post-qualified experience within Adult Social Care and Adult Safeguarding.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Strong understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Continuing Healthcare guidance, and Adult Safeguarding legislation.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience conducting complex assessments, safeguarding enquiries, and risk management interventions.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Proven ability to work effectively within multi-agency safeguarding frameworks.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Experience supporting, mentoring, or coaching colleagues and students.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Excellent communication, report-writing, analytical, and decision-making skills.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Competency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic social care recording systems.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Commitment to continuous professional development and best practice within safeguarding services.</span></li> </ul> <h3 style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">How to Apply</span></h3> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">If you're passionate about safeguarding vulnerable adults and making a lasting impact on people's lives, <strong>apply today</strong>. </span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Why Liquid Personnel?</strong></span></p> <ul style="text-align: justify;"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> Free DBS and compliance service</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">“Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">“Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Reasonable Adjustments:</strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.</span></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">BH - 201712</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">GH - 35918</span></p> </div>

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