Qualified Children's Social Workers (Initial Safeguarding)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Worcester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Worcestershire is looking for Qualified Social Workers to join their Families First team. The role focuses on facilitating positive outcomes for children and their families within their own homes. Successful candidates will work with a multidisciplinary team to assess needs and manage risks. An excellent opportunity for passionate individuals looking to make a difference in social care. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Flexible working

Mobile working

Supportive management

Qualifications

• Passionate about achieving the best outcomes for children.
• Experience working with children and families in crisis.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of children and families.
• Liaise with internal and external partners.
• Develop safety plans to meet family needs.

Skills

Building positive relationships

Risk management

Assessment skills

Collaboration with partners

Education

Qualified Social Worker qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Qualified Social Workers (Childrens)

Salary: £33,699 to £41,771 per annum plus Market Forces Supplement £4000 per annum

Hours: 37 Hours per Week

Location: Redditch/Bromsgrove/Kidderminster

Team: Initial Assessment Teams, moving into the Family Help Model

Contract: Permanent

The Role

Qualified social workers, various locations in Worcestershire

Full time post of 37 hours per week.

Families First team are seeking exceptional candidates who are focussed on facilitating positive outcomes for our children and young people within Worcestershire.

Worcestershire are embarking on our journey through the social care reforms to develop the Families First team. You will be part of a friendly, innovative multi-disciplinary team with the key priority of building on existing strengths within the family in order to manage times of crisis or emerging challenges. You will assess the needs of the children and families, identify and manage risk and help develop a plan to increase safety and meet needs.

Within your role you will work directly with children and their families within their own homes and carry out direct work with children in other environments such as schools. A key attribute is the ability to build a positive working relationship with our children and families in order for their plan of support to progress. You will be expected to liaise with our internal and external partners who are integral to plans in place.

In order to support you to do the best job possible you will be directly managed and supervised by leaders who are passionate about achieving the best outcomes for children. In terms of the disciplines, you will be working alongside Outreach Workers, Money Mentor, Family Support Worker, Youth Mentor, Substance Misuse, Emotional Health/Wellbeing Workers, Family Decision Coordinators and Advanced Social Work Practitioners.

If you want to make a real difference to people’s lives then there has never been a better time to join us. If you would like further information on this role please contact Marie Cudjoe at [e-mail] or Claire Thomas at [e-mail].

These are permanent posts. All roles will have a base within their patch, county-wide travel may be required on occasion.

As an employer, Worcestershire County Council have a great range of benefits including flexible and mobile working.

Equality & Diversity

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application

Application Closing Date: Sunday, 28th September 2025

Anticipated Interview Date: TBC

Attachments

Children's Social Worker JD PS.pdf