Safeguarding Social Worker

To help us recruit social workers who are committed to working in Middlesbrough we are currently offering a 10% supplement to social work salaries.  This additional 10% will be reviewed at the end of March 2027.

Are you an experienced Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding adults? We have an exciting opportunity to join our newly established Adult Access and Advice team, where you will play a key role in ensuring safeguarding concerns are responded to quickly, effectively and proportionately.

At Middlesbrough Council, safeguarding is everyone’s business. Our practice is underpinned by the policies and procedures of the Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB) and a commitment to protecting adults with care and support needs from abuse and neglect.

Working as the front door of Adult Social Care, you will be responsible for screening safeguarding concerns, applying safeguarding thresholds, assessing risk, and providing advice and guidance to professionals, residents, and team members. You will also help ensure a seamless pathway between safeguarding concerns received by the team and the wider Safeguarding team.

We are looking for a qualified Social Worker with at lease 2 years’ post-qualifying experience, including experience of safeguarding enquiries and leading safeguarding investigations. You will have strong decision-making and risk management skills, be able to prioritise competing demands, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

In return, we offer excellent learning and development opportunities, support through our Adult Social Care Academy, a comprehensive induction programme, and the chance to be part of an innovative and welcoming team.

Essential Requirements:

• Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Minimum 2 years’ post-qualifying experience.
• Experience of safeguarding enquiries and investigations.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!

Please note this is predominantly an office-based role, with most contact undertaken by telephone and email.

If you’re ready to make a difference and help protect and support adults in Middlesbrough, we’d love to hear from you.

If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Leah Stoker at View email address on northeastjobs.org.uk or call View phone number on northeastjobs.org.uk.

Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

If you are viewing this advert on the North East Jobs website, please go to Vacancies ¦ Middlesbrough Council to view the Job Description & Person Specification and apply for the role.

The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We expect our experienced Social Workers to hold BIA (Grade K and L), Practice Educator or AMHP (Grade L) qualifications as outlined in our progression criteria. If you do not currently hold the relevant qualification, we welcome your application and will expect a commitment to undertaking the appropriate training upon commencing employment, with full support provided.

For more information about working in Adult Social Care, click the link below:

Whether you are new to social care or an experienced practitioner ,The Adult Social Care Academy will support you through your induction, giving you the best possible start in your career. You’ll benefit from paid learning time, high quality training, clear career pathways, and wellbeing support designed to help you thrive.

Together, we build confidence, grow skills, and make a real difference — by learning together, we achieve together.