Senior Social Worker | £47,181 - £49,282

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

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Job summary

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council is recruiting for experienced Children’s Social Workers. The role offers a 37-hour week, a fixed-term contract for 12 months, and a flexible/hybrid working pattern with a minimum of three days in the office.

Salary is £47,181 to £49,282 per year, with the council emphasising work‑life balance and opportunities to develop professional expertise within a supportive team. The post requires Enhanced DBS and English proficiency.

Job description

Position reference: 50141909

Salary: £47,181 - £49,282

Working Arrangements: Mondayto Friday with the requirement to be flexible. Agile Working - min 3 days in the office

This is a full-time role. We are committed to supporting work‑life balance, and requests for flexible working, including job share, will be considered in line with the needs of the service. Given the requirement for continuity of support to service users, any flexible working arrangements would need to ensure consistency in case management.

Hours per week: 37

Contract type: Fixed Term for 12 months

We are happy to talk flexible working arrangements with you, please get in touch.

Suitable for Secondment: Employees wishing to be considered for secondment should agree with their head of service before submitting an application form.

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Closing date: Ongoing

We’re excited to be recruiting Children’s Social Workers here in Barnsley, the place of possibilities! There are lots of great things about working for Barnsley Council, but don’t just take our word for it. Visit our dedicated webpage to hear from our social workers, our Executive Director, and learn more about the role and Children’s Services: www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/jobs/social-worker-jobs/

The successful candidate will be required to speak English to an appropriate standard.

This post requires an Enhanced DBS Check

If you are currently living overseas or have lived overseas in the last five years please be aware, if you are the preferred candidate for the post, you will be required to apply for an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in. If you experience difficulty in obtaining an overseas criminal record check please email [e-mail]

When applying, please ensure you are prepared to start work with all the necessary legal documents, such as a valid visa, relevant to the type of work you will be undertaking. Please be aware that our organisation does not possess a Home Office license and, as a result, is unable to provide sponsorship for anyone seeking a visa as a skilled or temporary migrant worker.

Pensions Regulations have provisions to reduce pension payments in certain circumstances of those who return to work within local government service. If you are in receipt of a pension upon commencing employment with the authority, this may affect your pension entitlements and you should therefore seek advice from the relevant Pensions Authority.

About the Post:

Join a Council That Invests in Its Social Workers

At Barnsley, Children’s Services are a clear priority. We are committed to ensuring every child and young person in our borough is safe, supported, and able to achieve their full potential.

We recognise the value, experience and resilience that skilled Social Workers bring. That’s why we’ve made significant investment in our workforce—creating additional permanent posts to strengthen teams, reduce pressure, and support high-quality practice.

Looking for Stability, Support and the Opportunity to Make a Difference?

We are actively seeking experienced, confident Social Workers who are ready to bring their skills into a well-supported, permanent role.

If you’ve built strong practice experience and are now looking for:

• Greater stability and consistency
• The chance to build lasting relationships with children and families
• A supportive environment where your professional judgement is trusted
• The opportunity to develop and progress your career long-term

…then Barnsley could be the right next step for you.

Our Practice Approach

Our work is rooted in a strengths-based, relational model, where children and families are at the centre of everything we do. We support our SocialWorkers to:

• Spend meaningful time with children and families
• Deliver high-quality assessments and analysis
• Use evidence-informed interventions
• Make timely, confident decisions that lead to sustainable change

We are proud to be an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ authority, and we continue to strive for even better outcomes.

Why Choose Barnsley?

We’ve built an environment where experienced practitioners can thrive:

• Competitive salary up to £49,282 for Senior Social Workers
• Investment in staffing to support manageable workloads
• High-quality supervision and visible, supportive leadership
• Flexible working options
• Strong focus on continuous professional development and career progression
• Relocation package available
• Reliable IT systems and practical support for your day-to-day work
• A genuine commitment to wellbeing, including an employee assistance programme
• Access to our Just4You benefits scheme:
  https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/jobs/just4you/

Current Opportunities

We are recruiting across:

• Children and Young People’s Teams
• Children in Care Teams

For an informal discussion, contact:

• Children and Young People Teams: Keren Martin – [e-mail]
• Children in Care: Ben Egginton – [e-mail] or Emma Walsh – [e-mail]

Job Profile:

Senior Social Worker Job Profile.pdf

Vacancy Exposure Profile: SSW Exposure Profile LOW.doc

CVs will not be accepted.

www.barnsley.gov.uk/jobs