Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Suffolk County Council invites applications for a Social Worker to join our Family Solutions Team. We share commitment, dedication, care, and support as part of our approach. Reimagine the possibilities.
Responsibilities
* You will work with families and provide an intensive, solution-focused, strength-based, trauma-informed intervention.
* Collaborate with case-responsible social workers using one of three models:
* Edge of care: An intensive 12-week intervention, working with the whole family to prevent children entering the care system where it is assessed as safe to do so.
* Reunification: An intensive intervention of up to 20 weeks to support children in care to return home to their parents or someone within their connected network.
* Restore and prevent: An intensive 12-week intervention to sustain placements for Children in Care where there is potential breakdown.
* You will view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply.
You will need
* a relevant social work qualification and Social Work England registration.
* to hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.
Team and environment
The Family Solutions Team is a countywide team covering all of Suffolk, with teams based in Lowestoft, Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds. We offer access to regular supervision, a training and career development pathway, and clinical supervision by a seasoned professional to support your role and wellbeing.
Benefits and values
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare, equality, and diversity. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups underrepresented in the organisation. For more information, view our Workforce Equality Report.
Contact and how to apply
Please contact Emma Orchard, Practice Manager, for a casual conversation: call 01728 652373 or email emma.orchard@suffolk.gov.uk. If you require reasonable adjustments, contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 014412. Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word). Step 2 - Click Apply Now. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the questions (no more than 400 words per question) using the Supporting Statement template.
Closing date
11.30 pm, 14 October 2025.
About Us
We offer a wide variety of careers, flexible working options, and support for individual needs. We are committed to making a positive difference and encouraging diverse, capable professionals to join us.
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* Full-time
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