Children's SSW - C&F Team - Barnsley

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training and development

Supervision and peer support

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Barnsley Council is seeking a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join the Children and Families Team in Barnsley. You will assess and safeguard children, work with families, and coordinate with multi-agency partners to promote welfare.

The role emphasizes statutory compliance, robust case recording, and active participation in supervision to drive high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with a BA/MA in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in children’s social work and knowledge of child protection legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a diverse caseload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families, identifying needs and risks.
• Develop and implement intervention plans to promote positive outcomes for children.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to ensure integrated support for families.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Participate in supervision and team meetings to share best practices and improve service delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

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.

The ideal candidate will possess essential qualifications and skills, including:

• 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.