Social Care Specialist

3 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Bristol City Council Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Social Worker to join our expanding Kinship and Special Guardianship Service in Bristol. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people living with Special Guardians and their carers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Completing assessments of potential Special Guardians, requiring strong engagement, assessment, and analysis skills.
  • Supporting transitions, reviewing and assessing support needs, and providing support to established Special Guardians and the children in their care across the city.
  • Working systemically, ideally with experience and knowledge related to Kinship Care and Special Guardianship.
  • Practicing anti-discriminatory and anti-racist approaches, with confidence in having courageous conversations to achieve good outcomes for children.

About the Team

You will be part of a friendly, experienced, and supportive team, comprising social workers, family support workers, a children's social care assistant, a finance and benefits worker, and team managers. We are based at B Bond in Central Bristol, in an open-plan office with views over the Floating Harbour, Clifton Suspension Bridge, and Ashton Court.

What We Offer

  • A fast-moving and supportive work environment, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation.
  • Hybrid working arrangements, allowing teams to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice.
  • An excellent rewards package, including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance.

Why Bristol City Council?

We go that extra mile for our people, offering a work environment that is supportive, fast-moving, and gives you the chance to make a difference in Bristol. Join us and contribute to making Bristol a better place and shaping its future.



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