Social Worker - Children's Assessment and Safeguarding Service

Darlington Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council is looking for a motivated Social Worker to join the Children's Assessment and Safeguarding Service. You will manage a caseload effectively, contributing to high-quality relational practice, supported by professional development opportunities and a variety of benefits. We're committed to helping children and families thrive through strong support and supervision. This is a full-time, permanent position based in Tees Valley.

Benefits

32 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays

Generous Pension Scheme

Flexi-time scheme

Training and development opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Childrens Statutory Safeguarding Services.
• Ability to manage a caseload efficiently in a local context.
• Commitment to professional development and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to relational social work practice with families.
• Manage and prioritize a caseload effectively.
• Engage in ongoing training and supervision.

Skills

Relational practice

Childrens Statutory Safeguarding

Effective caseload management

Engagement in training and supervision

Education

Qualified Social Worker degree

ASYE completion (if applicable)

Job description

Social Worker - Children's Assessment and Safeguarding Service (Ref: TBC)

Salary Band 9 £35,412 - £38,220 (ASYE / pre-progression), Band 10 £39,152 - £41,771 (SW main grade), Band 11 £42,839 - £46,142 (SW experienced). Salary Band £40,001 to £50,000. Post Type Permanent. Hours Per Week Full time.

Overview

We are seeking enthusiastic, driven and motivated individuals who want to be part of our vision. You will be instrumental in creating an environment that supports and enables relational practice, building local capacity, relationships and skills and innovation. If you are an enthusiastic and dynamic Social Worker, either experienced or newly qualified, who brings passion and commitment to achieving the best for the most vulnerable families and have experience in Childrens Statutory Safeguarding Services either as a Social Worker or Social Work student, we would like to hear from you.

You will benefit from working in a compact Borough where managing a caseload is not hindered by travel, giving you more time with children and families. You will have access to regular training, reflective supervision and support from Senior Managers.

We have a strong commitment to professional development throughout all our Childrens Service areas, with training that is workforce-led and has strong links to supervision, appraisal and audit. Our refreshed progression model further complements personal and professional growth, with a structure that optimises succession planning into management roles. We support and encourage involvement throughout all areas, with regular opportunities readily available through a range of forums, which also focus on building resilience and well-being.

We are progressive and forward thinking and a modern and dynamic service that supports our children to thrive.

Responsibilities and role context

It is essential that applicants meet the role’s expectations within Childrens Statutory Safeguarding. The Council aims to deliver high-quality relational social work practice and to ensure workers have access to sound training and development opportunities.

Appointment and/or progression to Band 10/11 is subject to meeting DBC progression criteria. This post is eligible for a Social Worker Recruitment and Retention payment paid annually for up to 3 years to Social Workers with a minimum of one year post qualifying experience in a Social Worker role who have successfully completed their ASYE programme (if applicable). The payment is currently £2,500 per annum (pro-rata for part time hours, reviewed annually).

The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and Childrens Barred List check and re-checking from time to time in line with the Council policy. The Council does not currently offer sponsorship for these posts. For a further informal discussion, please contact Dawn Raine, Service Manager on 01325 406339.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to relational and restorative social work practice with children, families and local partners.
• Manage a caseload effectively within a compact Borough to maximise time with children and families.
• Engage in regular training, reflective supervision and supervision from Senior Managers.
• Support the development and implementation of Strengthening Families - Family Valued programme objectives.

Benefits

• 32 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro-rata for part time).
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Flexi-time scheme
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave schemes
• Green Car Leasing Scheme
• Access to training, learning and development
• Physiotherapy service
• Free confidential counselling service
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
• Arriva Employee Travel Club

For our full range of benefits, please see our Total Reward Booklet. https://www.darlington.gov.uk/media/17398/totalreward-booklet.pdf

The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and Childrens Barred List check and re-checking from time to time in line with the Council policy.

The Council does not currently offer sponsorship for these posts.

For a further informal discussion, please contact Dawn Raine, Service Manager on 01325 406339