Children's Social Worker Long Term Care

South Gloucestershire Council are looking for a Senior Social Workers to join their Long-Term Care Team. This is a Full-Time Permanent Social Work role ranging between £42,403-£45,441 per annum including an additional £3,000 Market Supplement.

About The Team:

You would be joining an established team of experienced social workers in the Locality Team in Kingswood who undertakes statutory social work in the areas of Child protection, Children in Need and the initial stages of Looked after Children, as well as working within the Public Law outline and Care proceedings. 

Key Experience & Responsibilities:

• A qualified social worker with relevant registration to practice and a good understanding of asset and strengths-based approaches to social work - or award pending if requiring an ASYE.
• A problem solver, confident about making important decisions, underpinned by a genuine passion to work collaboratively with children, young people and families to meet their goals and aspirations Innovation, positivity and dedication.
• You’ll welcome challenge and embrace change.  Social Workers with experience in other areas of Social Work are invited to apply as their skills are transferable and you would be offered ongoing support as part of your career development.
• The proven ability to provide mentoring support to lesser experienced colleagues; and experience deputise in the absence of the Team Manager.
• You will have the experience to enable you to hold more complex cases, such as court cases and higher end child protection.

About You:

To apply for this role, you will need least 3 years post qualification experience. Knowledge and experience in Children In Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children is required for this role.

Car Driver and Access to a vehicle is required.

BA(Hons) in Social Work and to be registered with Social Work England (SWE).

What’s On Offer?

• £42,403-£45,441 Salary
• £3,000 Market Supplement
• Hybrid Working – 3 Days a week in Office.
• Good Ofsted Rated LA

 

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