Overview
We have opportunities available for Social Workers and Senior Social Workers across the following teams:
* Social and Senior Social Workers within the Social Care teams working with children subject to s17 and s47 assessment, a child in need, and child protection plans.
* 2 x Social Worker posts within Leaving Care (North) team working to support Care Leavers aged 16-25 as they make their transition from care into independence.
* 1 x Senior Social Worker within the Family Solutions team working with families to provide intensive, solution-focused, strength-based, trauma informed intervention to help prevent children entering the care system.
Suffolk County Council (SCC) is different. We are a modern, flexible, and forward-thinking organisation that is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our communities. We are passionate about providing exceptional care and support to children and young people in need, and we understand that to provide an outstanding service, our Social Workers need to be at their best. Here, you will find a supportive atmosphere designed to help you flourish professionally whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Are you ready to reimagine what your social work career could be? As a social worker with us, you will enjoy a dynamic work environment where your ideas are valued, your potential is nurtured, and your work makes a tangible difference. Hear from our staff about our Social Work teams (suffolkjobsdirect.org). Find out more about Social Work within SCC Children and Young Peoples Services (careers.suffolk.gov.uk).
Shaping Careers and Learning We understand that being a social worker can be a challenging role, which is why we offer:
* regular supervision sessions to provide guidance and assistance
* comprehensive training opportunities to boost your professional skills
* a structured career Progression Scheme (pdf) to foster your growth.
This way, you can be confident in your abilities and provide the best possible care to those in need.
* Social Workers: £37,280 - £40,777 per annum, plus £4,000 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)
* Senior Social Workers: £41,502 - £47,054 per annum, plus £3,500 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time), up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time
* an uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time
* 3 protected CPD days per annum
* access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of £2,000 for all new social workers moving to Suffolk
* free on-site car parking in all council buildings
* flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
* detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training
* staff networks which are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.
What you 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 the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.
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