Social Worker

Social Worker - Salisbury Job Description Salary: £45,841 - £48,037 per annum (Inclusive of 15% market supplement)Hours per week: 37 hours Rolling advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.Support and Safeguarding Service - Empowering Families, Protecting Futures Join us on a rewarding journey as a Social Worker in Wiltshire, where you'll make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families.Our Safeguarding Social Workers are pivotal in supporting Wiltshire's vulnerable children, from pre-birth to age 18. Join a service who received an ' Outstanding ' rating from Ofsted in September 2023, with positive inspection feedback.We operate on a patch-based model, matching families with your expertise and chosen area within the county. We prioritise flexibility, offering various work locations and hotdesking opportunities to facilitate collaboration with safeguarding teams and services. We are looking for a registered Social Worker, with up-to-date knowledge of key child care legislation, guidance, and best practices relating to the protection and support of children and young people. Experience in completing assessments, reports, and plans for children identified as vulnerable or in need alongside a full driving licence will be essential.We promote a culture of continuous learning, encouraging your professional growth and contributions to your peers. Join us in making a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families within Wiltshire's stunning countryside. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here This position comes with a 15% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis. While we welcome applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship, we are not able to issue a defined certificate of sponsorship (from outside of the UK) due to limitations in our sponsorship capacity. We understand that AI tools can support candidates in preparing job applications. However, at Wiltshire Council we value authenticity and encourage applicants to ensure their submissions genuinely reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations.If you have applied for this role within the last six months, you do not need to reapply. Your application will remain on file and will be considered. Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity .The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.For more details, contact Julie Haines, Team Manager, email or call .This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion .Disability Confident Employer Application process Please ensure to regularly check your spam/junk folder for any communication from us regarding your application status. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any important updates or interview invitations. Thank you