Overview
Children In Care Service – Empowering Young Lives. We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking and experienced Social Worker to join the Children in Care Team in the South of Wiltshire (Salisbury). We are dedicated to improving the lives of looked-after children and meeting their unique needs. We received an Ofsted rating of Outstanding in September 2023, with positive inspection feedback for our service.
We are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. We warmly invite qualified and experienced Social Workers registered with Social Work England to apply. Candidates returning to social work after a career break and international social workers are welcome. We will support you to refresh your skills and re-enter practice confidently as well as practising in the UK.
Responsibilities
* Support looked-after children and care leavers as part of the Children in Care Team.
* Work closely with children, families and partner agencies to deliver tailored support.
* Ensure each child’s needs are met in a safe, inclusive and empowering way.
Qualifications
* Understanding of the impact of trauma on children, related social care practices, policies, and knowledge of associated legislation.
* Experience working with children in care, safeguarding, or with children and young people with disabilities is highly regarded.
* Registration with Social Work England and eligibility to practise in the UK.
Additional Context
We are proactively preparing to meet growing demands and are investing in new positions at the management, Social Worker, and Personal Advisor levels to deliver the best possible outcomes for our Children and Families.
We have a Local Offer to support our care-experienced young people and creative ways for young people to influence our services and enhance inclusion (such as The Leaving Care Forum).
Why Join
Join our innovative local authority, where you can further your career aspirations. Together, we will continue making a positive impact on the lives of the children and families in Wiltshire.
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