Senior Social Worker

Bristol City Council; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for passionate social workers to join a dedicated team at an established local council. This role focuses on supporting children and young people in care, ensuring they receive the best possible outcomes. You will engage with families, professionals, and the community to create a nurturing environment. The council is committed to providing a supportive work atmosphere, offering career progression opportunities and a comprehensive rewards package, including pension benefits. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous Annual Leave Allowance

Supportive Work Environment

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• You must have a social work qualification to apply for this role.
• The role requires a commitment to supporting children and families.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 0-25 through their journey in care.
• Maintain up-to-date records to help children understand their care journey.

Skills

Social Work Qualification

Trauma-Informed Care

Multi-Agency Collaboration

Record Keeping

Child Development Knowledge

Education

Social Work Degree

Job description

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Full Time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two full time permanent social workers / senior social workers to join the Through Care Service.

Full Time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two full time permanent social workers / senior social workers to join the Through Care Service.

Please note you require a social work qualification to apply for this role.

The Through Care Service supports children and young people aged 0-25 and their families, through their journey in care and as care leavers. We are made up of two services, a post 16 service which supports children entering care at 16 and 17, our unaccompanied children and care leavers and a service for children in care up to 18. The children in care teams have a team manager, up to six social workers, two family support workers and an administrator.

We are based at B Bond in an open plan office overlooking the river and Ashton Court. We have high aspirations for our children and are committed to providing services to achieve the best possible outcomes.

In Our Last Ofsted Inspection We Received GOOD For Both Our Children In Care And Our Care Leaver Services. A Quote From The Report:

Children’s social workers visit them on a regular basis. They make determined efforts to get to know children. Social workers take time to understand children’s wishes and feelings. They are there when children need them most. They show dedication, care, and affection during times of upset and distress. For example, social workers have sensitively supported children to attend the funerals of close family members.

You will work with around 18 children in a co-productive approach with the children, professionals, families, and carers to support them to have the best opportunities.

You will keep up to date records which will help your children understand their journey into and through care.

You will ensure that they have the networks to support them during childhood and into adulthood and write care and pathway plans that are aspirational and meet need in a timely way.

You will work with children who are being cared for in foster homes (including kinship), children’s homes and children in semi-independent accommodation (children live mostly in and around Bristol, but also further afield).

The work can be reactive and fast paced and you will need to be trauma informed and creative in response.

The role is diverse, and you will need the ability to work on your own, support the multi-agency network to hold risk, chair meetings relating to your children and have the skills to challenge constructively.

We will support you through the career progression pathway and you will have opportunities to become involved in projects and areas of interest to support this.

In Through Care we recognise the importance of the child’s whole network in building security and safety.

We believe coming into care is an extension of the network our children already have, and a large piece of our work is to support and maintain this with a view to reunifying our children with their families if and when it is safe to do so.

We are creative in our approach to be certain we meet the needs of our children. Our practice is underpinned by signs of safety and we encourage a systemic and reflective approach.

‘You cannot underestimate how important you [social worker] are to a child in care and the difference you can really make’.

‘It is an absolute privilege to be involved in the life of a child a care and walk with them on their care journey’.

If you share this passion and commitment, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.

Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our

To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

It is Bristol City Council’s practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

If you would like to discuss the roles further please contact team managers Craig Pendle

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young people, Black and racially minoritised Disabled, LGBTQ+ and Male candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.

Full Time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two full time permanent social workers / senior social workers to join the Through Care Service.

Please note you require a social work qualification to apply for this role.

The Through Care Service supports children and young people aged 0-25 and their families, through their journey in care and as care leavers. We are made up of two services, a post 16 service which supports children entering care at 16 and 17, our unaccompanied children and care leavers and a service for children in care up to 18. The children in care teams have a team manager, up to six social workers, two family support workers and an administrator.

We are based at B Bond in an open plan office overlooking the river and Ashton Court. We have high aspirations for our children and are committed to providing services to achieve the best possible outcomes.

In Our Last Ofsted Inspection We Received GOOD For Both Our Children In Care And Our Care Leaver Services. A Quote From The Report:

Children’s social workers visit them on a regular basis. They make determined efforts to get to know children. Social workers take time to understand children’s wishes and feelings. They are there when children need them most. They show dedication, care, and affection during times of upset and distress. For example, social workers have sensitively supported children to attend the funerals of close family members.

You will work with around 18 children in a co-productive approach with the children, professionals, families, and carers to support them to have the best opportunities.

You will keep up to date records which will help your children understand their journey into and through care.

You will ensure that they have the networks to support them during childhood and into adulthood and write care and pathway plans that are aspirational and meet need in a timely way.

You will work with children who are being cared for in foster homes (including kinship), children’s homes and children in semi-independent accommodation (children live mostly in and around Bristol, but also further afield).

The work can be reactive and fast paced and you will need to be trauma informed and creative in response.

The role is diverse, and you will need the ability to work on your own, support the multi-agency network to hold risk, chair meetings relating to your children and have the skills to challenge constructively.

We will support you through the career progression pathway and you will have opportunities to become involved in projects and areas of interest to support this.

In Through Care we recognise the importance of the child’s whole network in building security and safety.

We believe coming into care is an extension of the network our children already have, and a large piece of our work is to support and maintain this with a view to reunifying our children with their families if and when it is safe to do so.

We are creative in our approach to be certain we meet the needs of our children. Our practice is underpinned by signs of safety and we encourage a systemic and reflective approach.

‘You cannot underestimate how important you [social worker] are to a child in care and the difference you can really make’.

‘It is an absolute privilege to be involved in the life of a child a care and walk with them on their care journey’.

If you share this passion and commitment, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.

Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our

To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

It is Bristol City Council’s practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

If you would like to discuss the roles further please contact team managers Craig Pendle

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young people, Black and racially minoritised Disabled, LGBTQ+ and Male candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.

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