Senior Social Worker - Children's Support and Safeguarding x6

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is looking for dedicated social workers to join their Children's Social Care assessment and safeguarding teams. The role focuses on working creatively with children and families in the community, promoting welfare, and applying relational practices. Successful candidates will need a strong value base and a commitment to making a positive difference in children's lives. This is a full-time position with a salary range of £45,091 - £48,226.

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference for children.
• Ability to think creatively to support families.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Join the assessment and safeguarding teams in Children's Social Care.
• Work with families within the local community.
• Apply a relational practice approach to support families.

Skills

Safeguarding Knowledge

Creative Problem-Solving

Relational Practice

Job description

Overview

Directorate: Children and Families

Section: South Children Support and Safeguarding

Location: Swann House

Grade: Level 12

Salary: £45,091 - £48,226

Hours: 37 - Full Time

This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants.

Opportunities have arisen to join Stoke on Trent Children’s Social Care assessment and safeguarding teams.

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

You would be joining a service with commitment to working with children and their families within their local community with close links to well established Family Hubs and Family Group Conferencing Service.

You would be joining a service with a strong commitment to relational practice and supporting families to develop resilience recognising the diversity of the families we work with.

You will be supported by a stable management team, a strong team ethos and access to excellent learning and development service.

We are looking for social workers with a strong value base, who are passionate about making a difference for children and who are able to think creatively as to how they can support families to overcome challenges.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment.This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all of the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.

To Apply

To apply, please visit our website. If you have any queries or want an application form in another format, please email [e-mail] or call 01782 238189.

Responsibilities

• Join the assessment and safeguarding teams within Stoke-on-Trent Children’s Social Care.
• Work with children and their families within the local community with links to Family Hubs and Family Group Conferencing Service.
• Apply a relational practice approach and support families to develop resilience, recognising diversity.
• Be part of a service with a strong commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Social workers with a strong value base who are passionate about making a difference for children and who can think creatively to support families through challenges.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare; DBS check required. This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.