Overview
Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council believe that every family deserves the chance to flourish and thrive. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Redcar and Cleveland borough councils “Safeguarding Locality Team” who are committed to helping our children and families. We embody the practice and principles of our “Relationships First” practice model with a focus on Relationships that Connect to Build our Communities, it is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.
This role provides an opportunity to be part of the delivery of a high-quality service, improving the lives of children, young people and their families in Redcar and Cleveland and placing children and young people at the heart of everything we do.
Candidate Requirements
* A formal qualification in social work with an established track record in working in safeguarding
* Registration with the Social Work England
* Experience of working within a children and families social work setting
* The ability to produce good quality assessments and robust plans
* Working knowledge of relevant legislation
* Strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
Benefits
We are an enthusiastic, supportive and innovative team dedicated to making a real difference in children’s lives. You will be a valued team member, surrounded by a caring team.
We recognise the importance of training and development, and support all of our team to utilise their skills, knowledge and experience and reach their full potential through opportunities for professional development and career progression.
We offer very attractive terms and conditions of employment, including generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working hours (where appropriate), membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, payment of Social Work England fees, refer a friend scheme, Practice Educator payment and access to numerous other salary sacrifice schemes and staff benefits/discounts, including a lease car scheme.
If you are ready to utilise your skills and expertise to make a real difference in children’s lives, then apply today - we would love to hear from you!
Staff Testimonials
* Very happy in Redcar & Cleveland and in every team, I have always had supportive managers.
* We are very lucky here in Redcar to have these opportunities.
* Excellent training and Practice Weeks, very helpful and informative.
* I am part of a supportive team and proud.
* Love the job and stay because of support.
* Both managers and service managers are approachable.
If you would like to have an informal chat, please contact Julie Martin – Team Manager, Practice and Preformance – Julie.Martin@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk
Commitment to Safeguarding
The authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, and an enhanced disclosure & barring service check (DBS) will be sought.
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