Social Worker

WMJobs; Worcester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

LGPS pension

Professional development

Hybrid working

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council is seeking a Social Worker to support the Worcester Malvern Families First District Team.

The role focuses on safeguarding vulnerable children, working with families to address social, emotional and environmental needs, and coordinating multi‑agency services to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and families to address social, emotional and environmental needs.
• Ability to assess risks and needs for vulnerable children.
• Coordination of services across agencies to achieve best outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with children and families to safeguard and promote welfare.
• Assess risks and needs of vulnerable children and deliver services to improve their lives.

Skills

Social work with families

Risk assessment

Multi-agency collaboration

Job description

Job Title

Social Worker

Salary

£35,000 - £39,999 per annum

Work Details

• 37 Hours per Week
• Location: Wildwood
• Team: Worcester Malvern Families First District Team
• Contract Type: Permanent

Purpose of job

• To work in partnership with children and families to address their social, emotional and environmental needs. The wishes of children and their families are of vital importance in formulating any plans in conjunction with multi-agency networks. Overall the role is to safeguard and promote the welfare of the most vulnerable children and young people in Worcestershire through the delivery of high quality services.
• To assess the risks and needs for vulnerable children and delivering services to improve the quality of their life. To co‑ordinate services that enable the best outcome for children, young people and their families/carers and ensure the appropriate use of resources.

Benefits

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part‑time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date

20/09/2026

Anticipated Interview Date

tbc

Contact

For further information please contact: Nicola Baker - Team Manager [e-mail]

Attached documents

WCF Social Worker JD PS.docx