Senior Social Worker - Children & Family (Gloucestershire)

Flashfactoryny; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Relocation scheme

Staff discount scheme

Green Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Job summary

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking permanent Social Workers and Senior Social Workers for our six localities. You will deliver high-quality assessments and safeguarding work to protect children and young people in need.

The role involves collaboration with partner agencies and potential court work to support timely decisions. The team operates within locality-based models across Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Cheltenham, Forest of Dean, Stroud and the Cotswolds, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Social Work England registration.
• Experience at Senior Social Worker level.
• A recognised qualification in Social Work.
• Passing your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (AYE).
• Full driving licence.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a first-class service to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people in Gloucestershire.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues and partner agencies to provide support and protection.
• Work with courts for pre-proceedings and proceedings as needed.
• Ensure accurate assessments of need and plans for delivering help with improved outcomes.

Skills

Social Work England registration

Senior Social Worker level experience

Recognised social work qualification

AYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Em

Driving licence

Enhanced DBS clearance

Job description

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking permanent Social Workers and Senior Social Workers for our six localities. You will deliver high-quality assessments and safeguarding work to protect children and young people in need.

The role involves collaboration with partner agencies and potential court work to support timely decisions. The team operates within locality-based models across Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Cheltenham, Forest of Dean, Stroud and the Cotswolds, with opportunities for