Senior Social Worker x2

North Somerset Childrens; England; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the United Kingdom seeks a dedicated Social Worker for their Family Support and Safeguarding Team. This role involves supporting children and families to overcome challenges and ensure safety through a strengths-based approach. Candidates must possess a Social Work England Registration and a passion for improving outcomes for children. Offering a competitive salary between £39,152 and £41,771, the position supports flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Local Government Pension

Opportunities for professional development

Additional annual leave purchase options

Dedicated in-house Wellbeing Team

Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with a passion for improving outcomes for children and families.
• Sound knowledge of childcare legislation.
• Ability to build effective relationships with families.

Responsibilities

• Support children and families to thrive and ensure children's safety.
• Work collaboratively with other professionals for a multi-disciplinary approach.
• Continuously improve practice via post-qualifying training.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Ability to build effective relationships

Knowledge of childcare legislation

Education

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England Registration

Job description

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair green and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

We're excited to share an opportunity to join our vibrant and dedicated team in Family Support & Safeguarding.

We pride ourselves on being a team that truly lives and breathes trauma-informed and strengths-based relational practice. Our work is rooted in compassion, collaboration and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for children and families. We focus on empowering families to stay together safely and we approach every request for support with empathy, respect and creativity.

We're a warm welcoming and supportive group of professionals who value each other's contributions and celebrate growth. Whether you're looking to take the next step in your career or simply want to work in a team that nurtures professional development and wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.

If this sounds like the kind of environment you'd thrive in please don't hesitate to get in touch for an informal chat. We're happy to answer any questions and share more about what makes North Somerset and Family Support & Safeguarding such a great place to work.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our Family Support and Safeguarding Team. The Family Support and Safeguarding Team are responsible for supporting children and families to thrive, overcoming challenges and ensuring children's safety with a focus on strengthening family relationships and improving outcomes through a creative strengths-based approach.

This is a permanent position with the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours.

In this role you will be supported by a strong and consistent senior management team with a manageable caseload, high quality reflective supervision and working in supportive and creative social work teams.

Following successful completion of the probation period, Social Workers in North Somerset have the right to seek Senior Workers pay if they are able to evidence the experience to an agreed standard and progress to Level 9: -per annum.

• Undertaking S47 enquiries, assessment of need, planning intervention and review to support children who are in need including child protection PLO and children who we care for.
• Working collaboratively with other professionals in order to ensure a multi‑disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.
• Working Restoratively in line with our practice model of Building Connections with a small number of children and families to achieve the best possible long‑term outcomes for children.
• Continuously improving your practice by developing your knowledge and skills through post‑qualifying training.

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Work Style

At North Somerset Council we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances you will fall into one of these categories. During the induction period it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style and if you wish to be in the office more frequently this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

• 2‑3 days in the office
• Works both from home and the office depending on the task at hand.
• Training is provided to help balance work‑life and manage time effectively with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in‑office days for collaboration.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about social work and who possesses the following skills and experience:

Essential Criteria

• Be a qualified Social Worker (with a Social Work England Registration) with a passion for working with children and their families to help improve their outcomes and to keep them safe from harm using a strengths‑based approach.
• Have sound knowledge of relevant childcare legislation including a clear understanding of Working Together to Safeguard Children and fostering regulations and legislation.
• Have an ability to build effective relationships with children, young people and families.

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension
• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ, REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) and Young Staff Forums
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
• Dedicated in‑house Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

How to Apply

If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information

For further information about the role please contact Shelley Caldwell, Head of Family Support & Safeguarding.

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability including neurodiversity, being married or in a civil partnership or being pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.

Job Details

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: £39,152 - £41,771