Caseworker – School Inclusion and Vulnerable Learners

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council; Stockton-on-Tees; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council is seeking a dedicated Caseworker to join the Vulnerable Learner's Locality Team. The role centers on supporting children and young people in education, particularly those facing challenges. Successful candidates will work in a dynamic team, manage caseloads, and collaborate with schools and families. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and employee benefits, including flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Pension Scheme

Learning & development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience working in schools, especially with pupils with low attendance.
• Commitment to supporting children and young people.
• Confidence in community home visits.

Responsibilities

• Support outcomes for children ensuring access to education.
• Manage and prioritize caseloads effectively.
• Deliver professional development to school staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Solution-focused mindset

Ability to manage a caseload

Resilience

Job description

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued, and supported to make a positive contribution at work.

Education, Inclusion and Achievement have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Caseworker to work in the Vulnerable Learner's Locality Team.

We are looking for a dynamic individual who thrives working in a fast-paced demanding team environment. The caseworker role requires a highly motivated and well-organized individual, with excellent communication skills and experience of working with schools, agencies, children, and their families. Relevant experience working with schools, especially pupils with low attendance and who are not fully engaging in education, is preferred.

Candidates should be fully committed to supporting the outcomes for children and young people in Stockton, ensuring they can access, attend, engage, and receive a full-time education that meets their needs and helps them flourish and reach their potential.

The caseworker must be able to manage and prioritize a caseload, be solution-focused, resilient, confident in community home visits to parents, and comfortable working alongside senior leaders in schools. A commitment to learning new skills is essential.

The successful candidates will join a busy team responsible for parental responsibility, attendance legal measures, and children not in the school agenda. This includes working in partnership with school staff to provide advice, guidance, support, and challenge. There will also be opportunities to deliver professional development to groups of school staff.

For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the Supporting Documents section.

We offer an excellent total reward package, including:

• A competitive salary of up to £36,124
• 27 days annual leave per year, increasing to 32 with 5 years of service (plus bank holidays). Additional leave can be purchased.
• Generous Pension Scheme through LGPS with options to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to employee benefits such as learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, retail discounts, an employee assistance program, and physiotherapy services.

Additionally, you can work flexibly, including part of your week at home.

If you would like an informal discussion about the position, please contact Sharon Stevens at 01642 527141.

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