Senior Social Worker - Children & Families

Leaders in Care; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care agency in Basingstoke seeks a Senior Social Worker to join its Family Safeguarding service. Offering £42/h and £100 weekly for travel, this role emphasizes supportive management and flexible working arrangements. Candidates must have a social work qualification and registration with Social Work England. Join a close-knit team that values collaboration and professional development through regular supervision and training.

Benefits

Free parking

Weekly expenses for travel

Flexible office working

Full induction and training

Qualifications

• A valid Social Work England registration is required.
• Experience in a statutory role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Join the Family Safeguarding service to support children and families.
• Work closely with experienced senior managers.
• Participate in regular supervision sessions.

Skills

Experience in safeguarding

Ability to work in a team

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

Social work qualification

Job description

Supportive & Available Senior Management | Regular Supervision | Hybrid Working | Full Induction & Training | Free Parking | £100 Weekly Expenses Paid

We're currently working closely alongside a highly regarded local authority in the South Gloucestershire area, for an experience SW to join their Family Safeguarding service as a Senior SW.

Leaders in Care are offering £42/h for this role – as well as £100/week expenses for those commuting out of area.

This is a great opportunity to join a thriving Safeguarding service, supported by experienced senior managers and the hands on director, who is very much visable and supportive on a day to day basis, and wanting experienced practitioners who are on the same page in providing the best care possible for all children & families involved in the service.

Benefits:

• Free parking & £100 weekly expenses for those travelling out of area
• Longstanding and supportive permanentmanagement structure (based off feedback) - no micro-management
• Flexible working, office 2/3 daysper week
• Close-knit team who'll make you feel at home from day 1
• Full induction and training for agency staff - you won't just be thrown in at the deep end with a mountain of cases
• Secure and flexible conract length

What better time to make the move to close out the year and be a part of an excellent team where you're surrounded by like-minded individuals.

As our approach to differs to other agencies, the level of information that we are able to provide will differ to most agencies, as we can provide you with a real insight into the performance and structure of the council based off the constant feedback we receive, which will give you a real feel of the place, prior to starting.

As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

To apply or for more information, send your CV to [e-mail], or call Chris on 07897 024978.