Overview
We are inviting applications for a Social Worker to join our team supporting children and young people in the Safeguarding Interventions Service. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone committed to supporting children and young people to achieve their potential. We are seeking experienced Social Workers with a background in social care who can demonstrate strong skills in assessment, safeguarding and relationship-based practice. Applicants may have gained their experience in statutory or non-statutory services. York is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and the successful candidate will be involved in driving a strong value base of good practice in York with embedding our new practice model, Building Brighter Futures.
We are progressing with the Families First reform, reshaping how we deliver services to children and families. Some roles and team structures may evolve as we embed a more relationship-based, early help and family-focused approach. Joining us offers an opportunity to be part of this transformation and help shape a new, integrated model of social work practice that puts families first. You will be supported with clear communication, professional development and strong management guidance throughout the transition.
Responsibilities
* Contribute to safeguarding interventions for children in need, children subject to child protection plans, and those involved in care proceedings.
* Develop and maintain a manageable caseload to form strong relationships with children, young people and the team.
* Engage in a high challenge and high support environment with regular supervision (one-to-one and peer group).
* Work independently, meet timescales, and manage conflicting priorities to ensure high-quality service delivery.
* Prepare clear, analytical, and coherent reports; assess needs and write children’s plans that include the voices of children, young people and families.
Qualifications and requirements
* Experience as a Social Worker with a background in social care, demonstrating assessment, safeguarding and relationship-based practice skills.
* Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form; proficient in producing reports and plans with the input of children, families and professionals.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work within timescales and handle conflicting priorities.
* Eligibility to work in the UK; ability to converse and advise members of the public in spoken English to CEFR level C1 or equivalent (fluency and clarity in communication).
* Willingness to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
* Available for full-time work; hybrid working arrangements may apply; contractual location to be the designated council office for the team.
Additional information
* Secondment opportunity available for internal candidates (permission from current line manager required).
* We do not sponsor visas for work in the UK.
* The Council offers generous annual leave, Local Government Pension Scheme, health and wellbeing initiatives, a rewards package, flexible working, community engagement, voluntary activities, and opportunities for learning and development.
* Interviews: To be confirmed. Closing date: Sunday 1 February 2026.
Contact and application
Name: Gill Bays
Tel: 01904 555959
Email: gillian.bays@york.gov.uk
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