Specialist Social Worker – Children and Young People
Location: Selby, North Yorkshire
Hours: 37 per week
Salary: £42,839 up to £47,181 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Grade: L
Role Overview
You will be part of a small, committed team focused on child sexual exploitation, criminal exploitation, missing people and contextual safeguarding. The role is non‑case‑based but requires oversight and support of Children and Families staff and wider partners, using innovative approaches to complex casework.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain relationships with multi‑agency partners to achieve positive outcomes for children.
* Provide oversight and support to staff caring for children and families, offering guidance on complex cases.
* Attend and contribute to bespoke training in child sexual exploitation, criminal exploitation, missing persons and contextual safeguarding.
* Share learning and best practice within the wider workforce.
* Apply and promote solution‑focused, strength‑based models such as Signs of Safety, Systemic Theory and the Family‑Finding approach.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Evidence of experience working in specialist child protection, particularly in exploitation and missing cases.
* Knowledge of child‑safety frameworks and safeguarding policies.
* Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
* Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD).
* Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure required.
Key Dates
Closing date: Sunday 17th May 2026
Contact and Additional Information
For further information, please contact Heidi Ransome (Heidi.Ransome@northyorks.gov.uk) or visit https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/cswl-jobs for the full list of documents, training offer and career opportunities.
EEO Statement
North Yorkshire Council is committed to inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
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