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Herefordshire Council is looking for a passionate and dedicated Children in Care Social Worker to join our Children & Young People in Care Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of children and young people, working closely with a supportive and collaborative team. You will play a key role in ensuring the voice of the child is always heard and that the best outcomes are achieved for every young person in our care.
Responsibilities:
As a Children in Care Social Worker, your responsibilities will include:
- Case Management: Managing a caseload of children and young people in care, ensuring their safety, well-being, and stability.
- Support & Advocacy: Building strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and carers to advocate for their needs and ensure their voices are heard in all decision-making processes.
- Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration: Working alongside colleagues from various professions, including health and education, to deliver tailored care plans.
- Safeguarding: Ensuring that all statutory responsibilities are met, with a focus on child protection and improving the quality of life for children in care.
- Professional Development: Engaging in training and development opportunities to continuously improve your practice and support your career growth.
Requirements:
- Holds a degree in Social Work and is registered with Social Work England.
- Has experience working with children and families, particularly in care settings.
- Demonstrates excellent communication, assessment, and advocacy skills.
- Enhanced DBS
- Access to own car
Why Join Us?
- A competitive salary and market supplement of £5,000 per year.
- Welcome payment of £5,000 for experienced social workers.
- Relocation support of up to £10,000.
- Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time and home working options.
- Generous annual leave (31 days plus bank holidays) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave.
- Professional development opportunities, with protected time and budget for training.
- Career progression pathways and employee benefits including pension, discounts, and wellbeing support.
How to Apply:
If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - Christopher.richardson@servicecare.org.uk
If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350.
The benefits of working with SCS:
- A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
- Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per referral placed in to work!
- An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
- Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
- Payroll service twice a week.
- Ltd and PAYE payment options available.
- Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
- Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
- DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.