Social Worker

Hampshire County Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Hampshire seeks a Children’s Social Worker to enhance the lives of children and families. You'll have the opportunity to work flexibly with a culture that supports professional growth. Candidates must be a registered Social Worker with experience in safeguarding and managing complex cases. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Regular supervision

Flexible working arrangements

Support for relocation

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families, particularly those from vulnerable backgrounds.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and legal frameworks.
• Confident managing complex caseloads in multi-agency settings.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families.
• Lead on assessments and care planning.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners for comprehensive support.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Mediation and negotiation

Risk assessment

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Job description

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Social Worker

Job Reference: HCC622537
Salary Range: £40,643 - £49,577 per annum, inclusive of Market Supplement of up to £4,500 per annum
Work Location: Countywide, Hampshire - choose from Basingstoke, Test Valley (Andover), East Hampshire (Alton), New Forest (Totton), Hart & Rushmoor (Aldershot & Farnborough), Eastleigh & Winchester, Fareham & Gosport, Havant
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent

The Role:

Join us as a Children’s Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We’re proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children’s services.
You’ll be a key part of a forward-thinking, high-performing and supportive team that values creativity, autonomy, and professional growth. With the right environment and support behind you, your potential won’t just be realised – it’ll be celebrated.

What you’ll do:

• Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change.
• Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver holistic support.
• Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a focus on outcomes.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience working with children and families, particularly those from vulnerable backgrounds.
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, mediation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles.
• Confident managing complex caseloads and working effectively in multi-agency settings.
• Skilled in assessing risk, analysing information, and producing high-quality reports.
• Highly organised, reflective, and committed to continuous professional development.
• Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice.
• Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance.
• Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE ‘Partner in Practice’ initiative.
• Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work.
• Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval).
• Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more informationhere .

Ready to take the next step?

• Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack.
• Apply by email: Send your CV to [e-mail] with the subject line ‘Social Worker HCC622537’. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation.
• Alternatively, apply online: Click the ‘Apply’ button below to complete your application.

Important: You must already have the right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Other job titles you may be searching for may include: Welfare Worker, Social Services, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner, Children’s Services Practitioner, Child Protection Social Worker, Children and Families Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Family Support Social Worker.

Travel Requirements

You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire and the Isle of Wight or other local authority, and it is essential that you have a current drivers’ licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.