Children's Advanced Social Worker

Medirest Signature; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social service provider is looking for an Advanced Social Worker due to increasing demand. The position focuses on managing complex cases and mentoring junior staff, with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will be passionate about safeguarding and dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in their care.

Benefits

Career progression programs

Supportive team environment

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in social work with children.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Possession of a UK driving license and vehicle access.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex cases involving children.
• Coordinate team supervision and promote multi-agency service delivery.
• Mentor newly qualified social workers.

Skills

Safeguarding

Case Management

Mentoring

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Our Social Workers make a significant difference in the lives of people across our county. We are passionate about investing in our staff and developing practice, offering an exciting opportunity for professional growth.

If you seek more responsibility, a supportive team environment, and the chance to support and safeguard some of our most vulnerable children and young people, then this role could be ideal for you.

We are looking for qualified social workers with post-qualifying experience working with vulnerable children, and knowledge of safeguarding and children in care.

We offer a career progression framework that includes:

• Practice Educator Programme
• Aspiring Senior Practice Lead and Team Manager programmes
• Strong learning and development links within the West Midlands and our teaching partnerships

For more information, visit: Children & Families - Careers at Staffordshire

You will be based in Uttoxeter & Burton (East Staffordshire).

Main Responsibilities

As an Advanced Social Worker at Staffordshire, you'll support and coach our Social Workers, focusing on quality practice and positive outcomes for children and families.

In the Assessment & Staying Together teams, you'll:

• Manage complex cases involving children
• Assist in care management, decision-making, and guidance on child in need, child protection, and care proceedings, in consultation with the manager, and chair strategy meetings
• Coordinate and facilitate team supervision
• Promote multi-agency service delivery and restorative practices
• Ensure team performance meets key service objectives
• Mentor colleagues through complex cases and support the development of newly qualified social workers
• Oversee practice placements and manage workload for social work students
• Supervise unqualified staff, including students and sessional workers, and identify training needs
• Lead or contribute to projects as directed

The Ideal Candidate

Our Advanced Social Workers should be:

• Qualified Social Workers with post-qualifying experience
• Registered with Social Work England
• Possess a UK driving license and access to a vehicle

Above all, you should have a passion for working with children and families, aiming to provide the right support at the right time to keep families together safely.

For more information or an informal chat, contact Layla Pace at [e-mail] or 07976448501.

Interviews are scheduled for the week starting 30th June 2025.

Our Recruitment Process: We anonymize applications during shortlisting to focus on relevant information. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to demonstrate what you bring to the role.

About Staffordshire County Council

We are a unique county council:

Our Values:

Our values, shaped by staff feedback and best practices, underpin our People Strategy and define how we work together. We foster a community spirit, pride in our work, and a forward-looking ambition to improve Staffordshire.

We look ahead and strive for a better future, including your career development.

Our benefits include:

Creating a supportive environment where employees can reach their potential and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits details are available at Careers at Staffordshire.

Our recruitment commitments:

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, promoting equality, and supporting diversity. We offer a guaranteed interview for applicants meeting minimum criteria, and all positions are subject to criminal record checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please disclose any relevant criminal history in your application.