Social Worker - Children Looked After (Permanence) | Hybrid

The Methodist Church in Britain; Shepton Mallet; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bespoke CPD and learning and develop.

Flexible benefits package

Staff discounts & gym discounts

Generous relocation allowance

Job summary

Somerset County Council's Children Looked After team in Somerset is seeking a permanent, full-time Social Worker to support children in care from Shape Mendip, Shepton Mallet. The role emphasises relationship-based social work, permanence, and reunification, with a focus on statutory duties and corporate parenting.

Hybrid working is offered with prioritised bespoke CPD; travel within and beyond the county is required.

Qualifications

• Commitment to building meaningful relationships with children in care.
• Ability to reflect and think creatively about building relationships with families.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with children in care.
• Take a lead role in corporate parenting and statutory responsibilities.
• Help keep children safe and settled within their homes.
• Advocate for children and ensure their needs are well met.
• Focus on permanence, including reunification with families.
• Work with colleagues and partners to support children, carers and families.
• Provide a high quality service to children and families supported by the team.
• Support positive changes to children's lives.
• Use motivational interviewing to help families identify and sustain change.

Skills

Relationship-based social work

Reflective and creative practice

Education

Qualified social worker

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Somerset County Council's Children Looked After team in Somerset is seeking a permanent, full-time Social Worker to support children in care from Shape Mendip, Shepton Mallet. The role emphasises relationship-based social work, permanence, and reunification, with a focus on statutory duties and corporate parenting.

Hybrid working is offered with prioritised bespoke CPD; travel within and beyond the county is required.