Young Peoples Social Worker
Join Wiltshires Young Peoples Service, part of the Family and Childrens Service, where we lead and develop targeted and specialist support for vulnerable youth. As a Young Peoples Social Worker, you will work directly with adolescents aged 1017 who are at risk of or experiencing exploitation, offending, going missing, or facing significant vulnerabilities. You will hold case responsibility for children in need and those requiring protection, conducting assessments, planning interventions, and working collaboratively with families and multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes.
This role demands a trauma-informed approach, a deep understanding of adolescent development, and the ability to creatively meet complex needs within available resources. You will be expected to contribute to safeguarding processes, attend relevant meetings and court hearings, and maintain accurate records. Flexibility is key, with occasional work outside normal hours to support families when they need it most.
We are looking for a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England, with strong knowledge of child protection legislation, exploitation indicators, and youth justice. Experience working with vulnerable young people, children in care, and their families is essential, along with the ability to apply theory to practice and engage effectively with adolescents.
This is a chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people in Wiltshire. If you are passionate about supporting vulnerable youth and thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment, wed love to hear from you.
Please note: We would also consider applications from Level 2 Social Workers, with a salary range of £39,144 - £41,109 (inclusive of 5% market supplement) for this level.
Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
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 (outside the UK) certificate of sponsorship due to limitations in our sponsorship capacity.
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