Senior Social Worker - Children's Support and Safeguarding

Stoke on Trent City Council; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking passionate social workers to join their Children’s Social Care Teams in Stoke-on-Trent. This role offers a chance to be part of transformative changes while supporting families directly within their community. The council provides a supportive work environment along with a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and relocation support.

Benefits

Up to 41 days annual leave

Option to buy extra annual leave

Flexible and hybrid working

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

High-quality reflective supervision

Health and wellbeing support

Access to equality and diversity networks

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference for children and families.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
• Ability to think creatively and act with compassion.

Responsibilities

• Join children’s social care teams in Stoke-on-Trent.
• Work towards Family First Partnership outcomes.
• Support families within the community.

Skills

Creativity

Compassion

Resilience

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Overview

Join Our Children’s Social Care Teams in Stoke-on-Trent

You would be joining the service at a point of exciting change as Stoke-on-Trent progresses plans for Family First Partnership.

Be part of something transformational.

Opportunities have arisen to join our Assessment and Safeguarding Teams here in Stoke-on-Trent Children’s Social Care at a pivotal time of positive change and improvement.

As we progress with our ambitious Family First Partnership, we’re focused on putting families at the heart of everything we do. You’ll be joining a service that is passionate about working with children and families within their local communities supported by strong links to our Family Hubs and the Family Group Conferencing Service.

We’re proud of our relational practice approach, where we prioritise meaningful relationships, build on family strengths, and recognise the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

Support and backing

When you join us, you’ll be supported every step of the way by:

• A stable and visible management team
• A strong team ethos built on collaboration and mutual respect
• Access to our Children’s Learning and Development Academy, providing high-quality professional development opportunities

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for social workers who share our values — professionals who are passionate, resilient and committed to making a real difference for children and families. You’ll be someone who thinks creatively, acts with compassion, and strives to achieve the best possible outcomes for those you support.

What we offer

We recognise and reward the dedication of our social work professionals with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Up to 41 days annual leave (including 8 bank holidays)
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• Flexible and hybrid working for a healthy work-life balance
• Relocation allowance of up to £8,000 (subject to policy)
• High-quality reflective supervision for continued professional development
• Health and wellbeing support for you and your family
• Access to staff equality and diversity networks, creating a supportive and inclusive work environment