Overview
Join to apply for the Children's Social Worker (Child Protection & Children in Care) role at Derbyshire County Council.
Pay and terms
Location: Various locations across the County
Reference: JOB/25/00224
Salary details: Grade 9-11 £38,317 - £45,270 per annum, pro rata (inclusive of market supplement to be reviewed June 2027)
Job term: Part Time and Full Time hours available
Appointment type: Permanent
About us
Derbyshire County Council is ambitious and innovative, offering support to both newly qualified and experienced social workers. We provide a nurturing environment with excellent progression opportunities. Our vision is to inspire and empower children, young people, and their families to be the best they can be.
Derbyshire is a large authority divided into six localities: Amber Valley, Chesterfield, Erewash, High Peak (Buxton, Glossop, New Mills, and Matlock), Bolsover and North-East, and South Derbyshire. Alongside our Locality teams we have a countywide Children with Disabilities Service.
Social workers are very positive about working for Derbyshire. Senior leaders have established a positive organisational culture, evident across the whole workforce. Workers feel respected and valued by leaders.’ - OFSTED
We’re proud to note our Children’s Services have received a ‘Good’ rating in our most recent OFSTED inspection. We’re seeking passionate and driven qualified social workers to contribute to the well-being of children and families across Derbyshire.
We have revamped our payment packages to attract and retain top talent. Successful candidates will enjoy competitive salaries and a rewarding and fulfilling role.
What can you expect from us?
We value your hard work and commitment, offering a comprehensive package that includes:
* Accelerated pay progression
* Access to training and development opportunities worth over £5000
* Systemic training equivalent to a Post Graduate Certificate
* Excellent supervision and a supportive peer network
* Effective leadership and management
* Career progression and formal qualifications opportunities
* Diverse range of cases for a rewarding career
* Covered DBS fee and Social Work England registration fee reimbursement
Rewards and benefits
* Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month
* Derbyshire Rewards - Discounts from high street retailers and more
* Generous annual leave and flexi time scheme
* Travel expenses
* Discounts on leisure centre memberships
* Free car parking at most sites
* In-house counselling service
* Occupational Health service
* Access to sessions with a trained physiotherapist
* Cycle to work scheme
* Various Employee Networks championing inclusivity across the council
Make a real positive difference in the lives of children and families – join Derbyshire County Council today!
Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.
Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us. By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts.
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