Social Worker

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Worcester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Holiday Entitlement

Brilliant Pension Scheme

Flexible Working

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council invites applications for a Social Worker based in Wildwood, Worcester. The role is permanent, working 37 hours per week to safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable children and young people, in partnership with families and multi-agency networks.

You will assess risks, coordinate services, and support families to achieve the best outcomes. We offer a competitive benefits package including generous holiday entitlement, LGPS, professional development and

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with children and families to address social, emotional and environmental needs.
• Assess risks and needs of vulnerable children and coordinate services to improve outcomes.

Job description

Job Title: Social Worker
Salary:£35,000 - £39,999 per annum
37 X Hours per Week
Location: Wildwood
Team: Worcester Malvern Families First District Team
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.

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

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?

Some of these offers include:

• 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

Attached documents
WCF Social Worker JD PS.docx