Children's Social Worker: Flexible, Growth & Impact

Bedford Borough Council; Bedford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly case supervision

External clinical supervision

Career development plan

Monthly training on systemic practice

Competitive salary

3 CPD days per year

Job summary

Bedford Borough Council is seeking an experienced social worker for Children's Services. You will build trusted relationships with children, young people and families, and work within a supportive team focused on healthy work-life balance.

The role offers development opportunities, access to supervision, and a robust CPD program. Interventions aim to progress careers while delivering high-quality safeguarding support.

Qualifications

• ASYE completed or newly qualified pathway.
• Registration with Social Work England is mandatory.
• UK driving licence with a suitably insured vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with children, young people and families.
• Provide supervision and development support for staff and carers.
• Contribute to positive outcomes and co-produced resources with colleagues.

Skills

ASYE completed

Social Work England registration

UK Driving Licence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Bedford Borough Council is seeking an experienced social worker for Children's Services. You will build trusted relationships with children, young people and families, and work within a supportive team focused on healthy work-life balance.

The role offers development opportunities, access to supervision, and a robust CPD program. Interventions aim to progress careers while delivering high-quality safeguarding support.