We saw that social care reform was coming, and we acted. We transformed our service, restructured our teams, changed how we work with each other and our partners, and we improved. We believe one simple thing: that everyday counts and everyone matters. Over the last couple of years, we’ve been on a journey that has seen Ofsted has our Children’s Services as ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding Leadership’, and more recently has inspected our SEND provision (Area full SEND inspection) and how we work with partner agencies (Joint Target Area Inspection). In every inspection Ofsted has recognised our commitment and dedication to delivering the best outcomes for children, young people and families. But we’re ambitious for our children and young people, so our journey continues. We have an opportunity for a Full Time Social Worker to join Southampton City Council (SCC) in the Specialist Assessment & Family Drug and Alcohol Court (FDAC) Team. About The Team The Specialist Assessment & Family Drug and Alcohol Court (FDAC) Team is a well-established service, with a committed, experienced and highly respected team who work determinedly to provide balanced, detailed assessments to support the wider service with permanency planning. Our team has a wide remit including the completion of complex parenting assessments, including ParentAssess, sexual risk assessments and FDAC, alongside provision of a group work offer and creative and targeted interventions provided by our Family Practitioners. About The Role We are looking for Social Worker with post qualifying experience who has a proven background in assessment and court work. A Social Worker who is passionate and skilled in working with parents with complex needs bringing your skills in assessing parenting capacity with adults who have substance and alcohol dependency, learning disabilities, or complex mental health needs. For further information about this role please view the job description. About You Qualified and registered Social worker with post qualifying experience in Children’s and Families Social Work Specialist Assessment skills in one or more of the following, ParentAssess, Substance and Alcohol Dependency or Sexual Risk Assessments A proven track record in Care Proceedings work A creative, flexible, resilient team player Additional skills in systemic work; trauma informed interventions, motivational interviewing or the Resolutions Approach would be highly desirable If you feel you have the necessary background, experience, and skills to undertake this role we would like to hear from you. What We Can Offer You Salary: The salary band for this role is £41,771 - £46,141. The starting salary is £41,771 with annual progression through the salary bands. Here at SCC we have a range of different perks and benefits, a few examples can be found below. Excellent Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution) Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and service Flexible working options (role-dependent) Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents Training and development, including coaching and mentoring Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer For Further Information On Our Benefits Package Please Visit Please note: We are not able to offer Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship on this role, at this time. Contact Details For Informal Discussion For further information and details regarding the Social Work Post in the Specialist Assessment & FDAC Team please contact Alison Street, Team Manager on 07796479855 or Email Recruitment contact details: Tel: 023 8083 4033 For More Information About This Campaign Please Visit For more information about SCC please visit