Social Worker

Hillingdon Council; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillingdon Council is seeking passionate Social Workers dedicated to making a difference in children's lives. Join an OUTSTANDING local authority that values professional growth and offers a supportive environment, flexible working, and excellent employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Mental Health Support and Counselling Services

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to Discounts through Vivup Benefits

Qualifications

• Hold a Social Work qualification.
• At least 12 months' postgraduate experience.
• Registered with Social Work England.

Responsibilities

• Support children and families in need.
• Manage safeguarding cases effectively.
• Work in a relationship-based model to improve outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate

Child-centered

Relationship-based

Dynamic

Innovative

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

About the role

We are looking for Social Workers who have children’s rights inscribed in their hearts and children’s aspirations focused in their minds. We are looking for experienced, knowledgeable, skilled social workers who want to invest their energy into achieving better outcomes for our children and their families every day.

If you are a Social Worker with a passion for making a difference, join our team, where opportunities for career progression, an OUTSTANDING Ofsted rating and a stable and experienced senior leadership team await you!

Chart your professional growth in an environment dedicated to nurturing your potential and helping you become the best Social Worker you can be. Our commitment to excellence is unparalleled, showcasing our dedication to providing excellent outcomes for children and the highest standard of care for every child.

What Our Social Workers Say: -"Hillingdon offers a supportive and educational opportunity that has allowed me to progress both personally and professionally. The training opportunities are vast, and the support is even greater." - "I chose Hillingdon due to their ethos of working in a child-centered way. The supportive and nurturing environment here has made me feel valued and supported in reaching my professional goals."

No two days are the same for a social worker. Seeing children, supporting parents, arranging meetings, whilst always working in a child centred manner. Safeguarding is always our priority, and we are proud to provide an OUTSTANDING service to children and young people in Hillingdon. Working with a model of relationship-based we know that we make a difference to children's lives.

About you

We are looking for dynamic and enthusiastic social workers who are looking to start their careers in an OUTSTANDING local authority. Hillingdon children's services are embarking on a journey to becoming a trauma informed service and we need social workers who have the insight and dedication to join us on this journey whilst being supported in their career development.

We're seeking creative, innovative, compassionate, curious, and relationship-based Social Workers who strive to give, seek, receive, and learn from feedback to ensure we provide the best possible service for our children every day.

Seize the opportunity to make a lasting impact and grow with Hillingdon!

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Hold a Social Work qualification
• Have at least 12 months' postgraduate experience and completed your ASYE, where applicable
• Be able to evidence a commitment to your own development since qualification
• Be registered with Social Work England
• Have previous experience working with Looked After Children

About us

We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.
  

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.

The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.

Recruitment Information

Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a ‘per application’ basis.

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

Some posts are subject to The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2019 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition to verifying Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire, the post is subject tothe following pre-employment screening:

• Basic/ Standard/ Enhanced DBS Check
• Qualifications Check
• Professional Registration Check
• 3/ 5 years of Referencing

Please note:Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.