Social Worker

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave + bank holidays

CPD days

Relocation package

Car parking

Flexible working

Induction training

LGPS pension

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Suffolk County Council is seeking a Children with Disabilities Social Worker to join our team in Suffolk. You will work in a supportive, flexible environment to help children and families access the right services and achieve positive outcomes.

This permanent role offers hybrid and community-based working with a focus on safeguarding, rights, and empowerment in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• A relevant social work qualification and Social Work England registration are required.
• Full and current driving licence and mobility to fulfil role requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support children with disabilities and their families to promote rights and well-being.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality services.
• Maintain professional standards and complete induction including Signs of Safety training.
• Engage with service users to provide compassionate, person-centred care.

Education

Social Work qualification

Social Work England registration

Job description

• Suffolk County Council


• Address: Bury St Edmunds IP33 3YU, Ipswich IP1 2BX or Lowestoft NR33 0EQ. Hybrid and Community based


• Salary: £38,510 - £42,123 per annum (pro rata for part time), plus, retention payment of up to £4,000 per year (pro rata for part time)


• Hours: 37 per week, flexible working option available


• Contract: Permanent

Suffolk County Council (SCC) is different. We are a modern, flexible, and forward-thinking organisation that's constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our communities. We are also passionate about providing exceptional care and support to children and young people with disabilities in need of support, protection and those in care.

To provide an outstanding service, our Children with Disabilities Social Workers need to be at their best. Here, you will find a supportive atmosphere designed to help you flourish professionally whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Join a profession that changes lives. As a CwD Social Worker, you will be part of a regulated, highly skilled team making a positive impact every day. While supporting children and their families, you will help people find solutions, promote their rights, and empower them to thrive. We value the unique experiences and dedication our CwD Social Workers bring, and we are committed to sharing the real, positive stories of social work in our community.

Are you ready to reimagine what your social work career could be?

As a Social Worker with us, you will enjoy a dynamic work environment where your ideas are valued, your potential is nurtured, and your work makes a tangible difference.

• Hear from our staff about our Social Work teams.


• Find out more about Social Work within SCC Children and Young Peoples Services.

Shaping Careers and Learning

We understand that being a social worker can be a challenging role, which is why we offer:

• regular supervision sessions to provide guidance and assistance


• comprehensive training opportunities to boost your professional skills.

This way, you can be confident in your abilities and provide the best possible care to those in need.

Additional Benefits

• Up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time.


• An uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time.


• 3 protected CPD days per annum.


• Access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of £2,000 for all new social workers moving to Suffolk.


• Free on-site car parking in all council buildings.


• Flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing.


• Detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training.


• Staff networks which are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.

What you will need

• A relevant social work qualification and Social Work England registration


• To hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.

Take a look at what makes our Ideal Worker, shaped by the voices of young people.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profiles below, if you believe you can succeed in this role, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Discover More

• A day in the life of a Children's Social Worker.


• Find out about our beautiful county of Suffolk and see what a wonderful place it is to live and work, please visit welcome to Suffolk.


• Further information on what we will offer you.


• Sponsorship for a visa may be available for current UK residents. This role is based in Suffolk.

The team

You'll join one of our dedicated social work teams within Suffolks County Children and Young People Disability Service - a multi disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children and young people with disabilities across Suffolk.

We work creatively, collaboratively and with compassion, always striving to ensure every child can live their best life.

Hybrid working, community engagement and flexible approaches are all part of how we operate.

Empowering Everyone

We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

For a casual chat about the role please contact Fran Arnold by either calling 01473 264620 or emailing [e-mail]

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you'll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days


• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)


• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits


• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase


• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge


• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation


• diverse and active staff networks


• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.