Location: Wrexham (Hybrid – 3 Days Office / 2 Days Remote)
Contract: Temporary | 26 Weeks
Hours: 37 Hours per Week
Start Date: 20 July 2026
Rate: £33.00 per hour PAYE
Employer: Wrexham County Borough Council
Recruiting through: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is recruiting on behalf of Wrexham County Borough Council for experienced Children's Social Workers to join their supportive Family Support Team. This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated practitioners who are passionate about safeguarding children and improving outcomes for vulnerable families.

We are looking for experienced social workers with strong Child Protection experience who thrive in a collaborative, child-centred environment and are committed to delivering high-quality statutory social work.

The Role

You will work with children and families subject to Child Protection Plans and Care and Support Plans (CASP), undertaking statutory interventions aimed at reducing risk and promoting positive outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing a varied Child Protection caseload.
Completing high-quality assessments and care and support plans.
Undertaking direct work with children and families.
Working closely with partner agencies to safeguard children.
Preparing clear, evidence-based reports and maintaining accurate records.
Representing the Local Authority in court proceedings where required.
Promoting anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice throughout your work.

What We're Looking For

To be successful, you will have:

Qualified Social Worker status (Social Work England or Social Care Wales registered as applicable).
Significant experience within Children's Social Care, particularly Child Protection.
Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, thresholds and statutory responsibilities.
Experience working within multi-agency settings.
Excellent assessment, report writing and risk management skills.
The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of practice.

Why Join This Team?

The Family Support Team offers:

A supportive and reflective working culture.
Regular supervision and strong management support.
Collaborative team working.
A genuine focus on staff wellbeing.
Hybrid working (3 office days, 2 remote).
Opportunity to make a real difference to children and families.

Contract Details

Location: 31 Chester Street, Wrexham, LL13 8BG
Duration: 26 Weeks
Hours: 37 per week
Start Date: 20 July 2026
Pay: £33.00 per hour PAYE

If you're an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next rewarding contract, we'd love to hear from you.