Location: Buckinghamshire County Wide
Overview
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? At Buckinghamshire Council we have an opportunity for a high calibre experienced Social Worker to join one of our newly created Locality Hubs.
As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in managing and supervising staff, delivering statutory social work services, and promoting the safety and wellbeing of children. Join our dedicated team in Children's Services and help us ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community's most vulnerable members.
"Working here has been incredibly rewarding. The support and collaboration within the team are unmatched." - Team Member
In addition to the salary advertised, you will receive a market premium of £2,750 per annum.
We also offer a Golden Hello payment of £2,125 after one years service (for external candidates only).
Take a look at our to find out more.
About us
Locality teams deliver statutory and targeted early help services to children and young people in need of support, protection and care.
Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally.
About the role
In this dynamic and fulfilling role, you will be responsible for managing and supervising a team of multi-disciplinary staff, ensuring that our services are delivered effectively and efficiently. You will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of children and young people by providing targeted social work services, assessing needs, and developing care plans.
Some of the day-to-day tasks include:
1. Promoting the safety and wellbeing of children
2. Supervising and supporting staff
3. Managing team duties and ensuring quality practice
4. Delivering statutory and early help services
5. Collaborating with various departments to achieve the best outcomes for children
For more detailed information, please refer to the job description.
About you
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual who is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for social work.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
6. A recognized social work qualification
7. Active SWE registration
8. Substantial experience in direct work with vulnerable children
9. The ability to manage and supervise a team effectively
10. A commitment to promoting the safety and wellbeing of children
For more detailed information on the criteria, please refer to the job description.