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Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library
Bradford, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£37.5 - £37.5 Hourly
Contract/Project
Bradford Metropolitan District Council

Social Worker – Children and Families Team

Pay Rate: £37.50 per hour

Hours: 37 per week

Contract: Locum

About the Role

Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children and Families Team.

You will work with children and families across a varied caseload, undertaking assessments, safeguarding interventions, and long-term planning to improve outcomes and promote positive change.

This role offers the opportunity to build strong relationships with families while working within a supportive multi-agency environment.

Key Responsibilities

Complete Child and Family Assessments under the Children Act.

Manage a caseload of Child in Need, Child Protection, and Children in Care cases where required.

Develop and implement effective support and safeguarding plans.

Undertake direct work with children and families.

Work collaboratively with education, health, police, and partner agencies.

Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews, and court proceedings.

Maintain accurate and timely case recordings.

Practice Model Used by Bradford

Bradford Children's Services uses a Strengths-Based, Relationship-Focused Practice Model supported by Signs of Safety.

This approach focuses on:

Building strong relationships with children and families

Working collaboratively to identify strengths and solutions

Clear and transparent risk assessment

Effective safety planning and intervention

Reflective supervision and continuous professional development

The model supports high-quality, child-centred social work practice.

Why Bradford Is a Great Place to Live and Work

Bradford offers an excellent combination of affordability, culture, and access to stunning countryside:

Affordable housing and lower living costs compared to many major UK cities.

Easy access to the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park and surrounding countryside.

Excellent transport links to Leeds, Manchester, and the wider Yorkshire region.

A diverse and vibrant community with excellent restaurants, shopping, and cultural attractions.

Home to significant investment and regeneration projects, creating a thriving and growing city.

A supportive local authority committed to staff development and improving outcomes for children and families.

It’s a fantastic place to develop your social work career while enjoying a great quality of life.

Interested?

To apply, please send your CV to:

For more information, call:

(phone number removed)

Reference: 225283658

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Social Worker

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Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library

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Bradford, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£37.5 - £37.5 Hourly
Contract/Project
Bradford Metropolitan District Council

Social Worker – Children and Families Team

Pay Rate: £37.50 per hour

Hours: 37 per week

Contract: Locum

About the Role

Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children and Families Team.

You will work with children and families across a varied caseload, undertaking assessments, safeguarding interventions, and long-term planning to improve outcomes and promote positive change.

This role offers the opportunity to build strong relationships with families while working within a supportive multi-agency environment.

Key Responsibilities

Complete Child and Family Assessments under the Children Act.

Manage a caseload of Child in Need, Child Protection, and Children in Care cases where required.

Develop and implement effective support and safeguarding plans.

Undertake direct work with children and families.

Work collaboratively with education, health, police, and partner agencies.

Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews, and court proceedings.

Maintain accurate and timely case recordings.

Practice Model Used by Bradford

Bradford Children's Services uses a Strengths-Based, Relationship-Focused Practice Model supported by Signs of Safety.

This approach focuses on:

Building strong relationships with children and families

Working collaboratively to identify strengths and solutions

Clear and transparent risk assessment

Effective safety planning and intervention

Reflective supervision and continuous professional development

The model supports high-quality, child-centred social work practice.

Why Bradford Is a Great Place to Live and Work

Bradford offers an excellent combination of affordability, culture, and access to stunning countryside:

Affordable housing and lower living costs compared to many major UK cities.

Easy access to the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park and surrounding countryside.

Excellent transport links to Leeds, Manchester, and the wider Yorkshire region.

A diverse and vibrant community with excellent restaurants, shopping, and cultural attractions.

Home to significant investment and regeneration projects, creating a thriving and growing city.

A supportive local authority committed to staff development and improving outcomes for children and families.

It’s a fantastic place to develop your social work career while enjoying a great quality of life.

Interested?

To apply, please send your CV to:

For more information, call:

(phone number removed)
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Reference: 225283658

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