Social Worker | Contextual Safeguarding

Social Worker | Contextual Safeguarding | Preston & Surrounding Areas

Salary £36,363 - £40,778 per annum | Fixed Term, until August 2026 | Full-time, 37 hours per week |

Location:

Preston; travel required to Chorley, South Ribble & Skelmersdale.

International sponsorship not available
. The role is temporary and full time.

Lancashire County Council Children’s Services is a progressive and innovative place to work, embracing relationship‑based practice, strengths‑based approaches, and the Family Safeguarding model of practice.

The Contextual Safeguarding Team works with young people aged 13 to 18 who are experiencing exploitation and/or harm outside of the home.

The role involves building trusted relationships with teenage children, working within a multi‑agency team, assessing risk, and formulating plans to support young people’s needs.

• Recognised Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi‑agency team.
• Prior experience working with children, young people, and their families.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional leave options.
• Staff discount scheme through Vivup.

Apply online, including your most recent CV and Supporting Statement.

For an informal discussion, contact Team Manager Sophie Eaves at So

Closing date: 11th January 2026. Interview date: 21st January 2026. Vacancy may close early.

The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. DBS check required.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with duties; business use insurance required. Consideration for disabilities is open.

The applicant must be registered with Social Work England to be appointed as a Social Worker.