Enhanced Senior Social Worker

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakefield Council is seeking dedicated Social Workers to join their Locality Services. You will play a vital role in achieving positive outcomes for children and young people in Wakefield District, working in supportive teams and benefiting from excellent training opportunities. The council is committed to staff wellbeing and offers a range of perks, including discounted transport and leisure facilities.

Benefits

Free parking onsite

Manageable caseloads

High-quality training

Fast-track progression opportunities

Wellbeing Coaching

Discounted public transport

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families as a qualified Social Worker.
• Ability to write high-quality reports and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Work with families to assess and deliver interventions.
• Write high-quality reports and analyse information.

Skills

Relationship Building

Analytical Skills

Education

BA or MA in Social Work

Diploma in Social Work

Job description

We are seeking Social Workers to join our superb Locality Services.

When you work with us, you'll be working with leaders in the field.

We are Ofsted GOOD children’s services with OUTSTANDING leadership.

What will be expected from me?

You will play a central role in achieving positive outcomes for children and young people in Wakefield District. You will work in small, supported teams led by engaging and supportive senior managers committed to making a difference to families within Wakefield.

What might I be doing?

• Work with a restorative approach with families to assess and deliver interventions that mitigate risk.
• Achieve permanency and outstanding outcomes for children and young people through relationship-based practice.
• Identify, with partners, what children and their families need to make lasting positive change; support children and families to improve their outcomes.
• Write high-quality reports and assessments and analyse information effectively.

Why Wakefield Council?

• Opportunities to work across several locations.
• Free parking onsite.
• Manageable caseloads.
• Support and access to high-quality training to progress your career.
• Fast-track progression opportunities through social work grades.
• Commitment to staff wellbeing, including access to Wellbeing Coaching, support for Carers, and fostering a sense of belonging.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport options.
• Participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Benefits such as discounted leisure facilities, exercise programs, retail and entertainment discounts, cycle to work scheme, and more.

Essential requirements:

• BA or MA in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, or equivalent, recognized by the Central Council for Education & Training in Social Work.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience working with children and families as a qualified Social Worker.
• Ability to build strong relationships with children, families, colleagues, and partner agencies.
• Ability to write high-quality reports and assessments and analyse information effectively.

For more information, watch our video highlighting key quotes and parts of our recent Ofsted report, or view the Ofsted report.

For further inquiries, contact:

Locality Service Manager - Angela Guirey: [e-mail]

To apply, please click the Apply Now link below.