Children's SSW - C&F Team

Barnsley Council; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training & development

Supportive team

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Barnsley Council seeks a qualified Children's Social Worker to join the Children and Families Team. You will assess and plan with families to safeguard children, and collaborate with multi-agency partners to deliver integrated support.

The role requires a recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England, plus experience in a children's setting. The team offers flexible working, ongoing training, supervision, and strong peer support to promote wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with BA/MA in Social Work.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in children's social work and child protection.
• Excellent communication and engagement with children and families.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a caseload.
• Flexible working and willingness to develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families, identifying needs and risks.
• Developing and implementing intervention plans that promote positive outcomes for children.
• Working closely with multi-agency partners to ensure integrated support for families.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Participating in supervision and team meetings to share best practices and improve service delivery.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Caseload management

Education

BA/MA in Social Work

Job description

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families? Barnsley Council is seeking a qualified Children's Social Worker (SSW) to join our Children and Families (C&F) Team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with families, ensuring their needs are met and their voices are heard. Your expertise will be vital in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in our community. As a Children's Social Worker, your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families, identifying needs and risks.
• Developing and implementing intervention plans that promote positive outcomes for children.
• Working closely with multi-agency partners to ensure integrated support for families.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Participating in supervision and team meetings to share best practices and improve service delivery.
  A recognized social work qualification (e.g., BA/MA in Social Work).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in working within a children's social work setting, with a strong understanding of child protection legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children and families.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a diverse caseload.
  In addition to a competitive salary, Barnsley Council offers a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including:
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment with regular supervision and peer support.
• Employee assistance programs and health initiatives.