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Social Worker Children in Care Team x 2
2 months ago
About Us
North Somerset Council is dedicated to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The Role
We are seeking dedicated and experienced Social Workers to join our Children in Care Team. The Children in Care team provide Social Work services to children and young people who are in the care of North Somerset Council and have a care plan to remain in care on a long term basis. Our team work closely with the Fostering Service, Leaving Care Service and Virtual School.
We have two permanent positions available, one full time, 37hrs position and one part time, 22.2hrs position.
We are looking for qualified Social Workers who have the necessary skills, experience and motivation to promote positive outcomes for children in care. The team work well together, and you will be supported by regular supervision.
In this role, you will be the allocated social worker for a number of children and young people who are in care and whose care plan is long term care. You will undertake assessments, care planning and therapeutic interventions to support children in care. You will work collaboratively with other professionals in order to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.
You will be supported by a strong and consistent senior management team, with a manageable caseload, high quality reflective supervision working in supportive and creative social work teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working collaboratively with other professionals in order to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and their families.
- Working with a small number of children and families, to achieve permanence and the best possible long-term outcomes for children in care.
- Continuously improve your practice by developing your knowledge and skills through post qualifying training.
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about Children, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
- Be a qualified Social Worker (with a Social Work England Registration) with a passion for working with children and their families to help improve their outcomes and to keep them safe from harm using a strengths-based approach.
- Have sound knowledge of relevant childcare legislation, including a clear understanding of ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children’ and fostering regulations and legislation.
- Have an ability to build effective relationships with children, young people and families.
- Develop purposeful and productive outcome focused relationships with children, young people, and their parents/carers based upon partnership and mutual respect.
What We Offer
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunities for professional development
- Staff groups
- Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
- Dedicated Wellbeing Team
- Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.
How to Apply
If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information:
For further information about the role, please contact: Dianah Griffiths Interim Head of Service for Corporate Parenting, via email: Dianah.Griffith@n-somerset.gov.uk
Important Information
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.
Equal Opportunities
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
