We are currently seeking motivated and enthusiastic social workers for our Children in Care.We are looking for someone who is committed to supporting children and families throughout and who can be creative and innovative in the provision of support.
You would be working with a team of social workers, that are passionate about the needs of our children and young people.
Within the social worker role your work will include: • Managing a caseload of children in care, ensuring their welfare and development are prioritised.
• Undertaking statutory visits and assessments to ensure that children are safe, supported, and thriving in their placements.
• Developing care plans and pathway plans, working collaboratively with children, families, and partner agencies.
• Advocating for children and young people to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met.
• Working closely with foster carers, residential settings, and schools to ensure a holistic approach to care.
• Participating in regular supervision and team meetings to support reflective practice and professional growth.Our approach, our investment in our workforce, our culture of continuous learning and improvement, as well as our friendly and inclusive working environment is what makes us stand out from the crowd.
We offer agile, flexible working and in-house training with a focus on the wellbeing of our workforce.Ofsted stated in 2022 that "Children benefit from a consistently high standard of social work practice.
The commitment to children as a priority for the council and across the partnership is exemplary.
Senior leaders have created a culture in which social work has flourished.
It is based on the importance of relationships, and of promoting children's sense of being loved and cared for."
To apply for this post you must have experience and demonstrate an understanding of the issues facing vulnerable children and young people.The successful candidate must be a qualified social worker and registered with Social Work England.
We recognise and appreciate the dedication of our One Council Team, and offer a range of benefits to our employees.
This includes - • Competitive salary, up to 40 days leave entitlement (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension.
(Leave subject to length of service) • Salary sacrifice schemes covering cars, cycles, annual leave and more, reimbursement of costs for eye tests and glasses for DSE users, wellbeing support, development opportunities, flexible working, Long Service Awards, and much more.Interviews will be held on 7 February 2025.