Overview
Experienced Social Worker x 4 Posts (Assessment Team) (Children and Families Services, Assessment Teams, South Tyneside). Salary: SCP 31 £41,771 to SCP 36 £47,181 per annum. Career Grade (Bar at £42,839 and £45,091) (Inclusive of Retention Payments, Subject to Review March 2028).
This is a time of exciting change in South Tyneside and we are looking to recruit four highly skilled and experienced Social Workers to work within our busy Assessment Teams. The successful candidates must be registered with Social Work England and must have at least two years post-qualifying direct experience of frontline safeguarding of children.
Responsibilities
The Assessment Teams are the first people to meet children and families and set the tone for a collaborative and supportive relationship. Working in the Assessment Team is fast paced but incredibly rewarding. We work with children and families to safeguard and support in times of need and empower them to make appropriate decisions.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Be registered with Social Work England.
* Have at least two years post-qualifying direct experience of frontline safeguarding of children.
We offer
We offer an excellent benefits package. For informal discussion about the post please contact: Rachael.Dagg@southtyneside.gov.uk or Jordon.Dockerty@southtyneside.gov.uk. More information is available at www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere.
South Tyneside Council 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 and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
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Previous applicants need not apply.
Closing date: This has been extended to Noon, 3 October 2025. Shortlisting and Interview dates are to be confirmed.
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