Family Help Social Worker (8048)

Adult Learning; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Social Worker to join their dynamic team in Norfolk. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking Family Help operating model, focusing on collaborative practices that enhance children's well-being. As a qualified Social Worker, you will engage in meaningful work that prioritizes relationships and sustainable change, all while benefiting from a supportive environment that values professional growth and flexibility. Join a team that is committed to making a positive impact in the community and fostering diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Employee discounts via Norfolk Rewards

Blue Light card

Relocation expenses

Travel expense advances

Local Government Pension Scheme

Tax-efficient benefits

Car lease scheme

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in Child Protection and Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases collectively with targeted early interventions.
• Work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Child Protection

Assessments

Court Work

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Job Description

Social Worker | 8048 | permanent contract | 37 hours per week | £38,626 to £46,732 per annum | Grade J/K | Norwich

Hi, I am Jenifer Dewar, Assistant Director for Family Help at Norfolk County Council.

Norfolk is a ‘Good’ authority with ‘exceptional leadership’. We value our Social Work Teams and all our practitioners.

This is an exciting time to join the frontline Social Work teams at Norfolk following the launch of our new Family Help operating model, which aligns with national reviews and government responses aimed at improving children and family services.

Family Help involves multi-disciplinary teams working collaboratively to meet children's needs, emphasizing relationships, direct work, and extended family networks for sustainable change.

Our teams consist of 22 Practitioners, including 7-8 Social Workers, alongside Family Support Workers, Specialist Practitioners, Assistant Managers, and Team Managers.

Cases are managed collectively, with targeted early interventions to improve outcomes, reducing intervention times and paperwork for Social Workers.

Young people are central to our practice. We seek practitioners who are committed to principles that support their development and well-being.

We offer a supportive environment that values wellbeing, flexibility, and professional growth.

We are looking for qualified Social Workers registered with Social Work England, experienced in Child Protection, Assessments, and Court Work, who are team players and share our vision for positive outcomes.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Black and Global Majority practitioners, and are committed to diversity and equality.

For an informal discussion, contact Kerri Green at [e-mail].

Before applying, please review the full Job Description and Person Specification.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services
• Flexible working options
• Employee discounts via Norfolk Rewards
• Blue Light card
• Relocation expenses (if applicable)
• Travel expense advances
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Tax-efficient benefits
• Car lease scheme
• Referral bonuses

For more details, see our Terms and Conditions.

Existing Norfolk County Council employees can apply via myOracle using their @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email.

Priority consideration may be given to current employees at risk due to restructuring or in redeployment.

Redeployment closing date: 13 May 2025

Other applications close: 21 May 2025