Social Worker – Localities Team
Gloucestershire County Council
£42,000 – £47,000 per annum | £4,000 Welcome Bonus | £8,000 Relocation Package | Visa Sponsorship Transfers Available
Key Highlights
Permanent Social Worker opportunity
Salary between £42,000 and £47,000 per annum
£4,000 Welcome Bonus
Up to £8,000 Relocation Package Available
Skilled Worker Visa Transfer Sponsorship Available
Applications welcomed from Social Workers with a minimum of 2 years' post-qualified experience
Manageable caseloads and strong management support
Clear career progression and professional development opportunities
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Join a forward-thinking authority committed to excellent outcomes for children and families
Are you an experienced Social Worker looking to take the next step in your career with a local authority that genuinely invests in its workforce?
Gloucestershire County Council is seeking passionate and motivated Social Workers to join its Localities Service on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and supportive service where relationship-based practice, professional development, and positive outcomes for children are at the heart of everything they do.
Whether you are already based in the UK or looking to relocate, Gloucestershire offers an attractive package including a generous relocation allowance, welcome bonus, and visa sponsorship transfer opportunities for eligible candidates.
About Gloucestershire's Localities Service
The Localities Service works with children and families requiring ongoing statutory intervention and support. Social Workers manage a varied caseload across Child in Need, Child Protection, Public Law Outline, and care proceedings, providing direct support to children and families while ensuring risks are effectively managed and positive change is achieved.
The service is structured to allow practitioners to develop meaningful relationships with families and partner agencies, ensuring interventions are purposeful, timely, and focused on achieving sustainable outcomes.
You will join a collaborative and supportive team environment where managers are accessible, supervision is reflective, and professional judgement is valued.
Practice Model
Gloucestershire's Children's Services are underpinned by a relationship-based and strengths-led practice model, recognising that lasting change is achieved through effective partnerships with children, families, and communities.
The service promotes:
Building trusting and purposeful relationships with children and families
Understanding the child's lived experience and ensuring their voice influences decision-making
Working alongside families to identify strengths, resources, and protective factors
Reflective and restorative practice approaches
Evidence-informed assessments and interventions
Multi-agency collaboration to improve outcomes and reduce risk
Professional curiosity and analytical thinking in safeguarding practice
Timely permanence planning and outcome-focused intervention
Social Workers are encouraged to work creatively and confidently while receiving regular support and guidance from experienced managers and senior practitioners.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a caseload of children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans
Undertaking comprehensive child and family assessments
Completing statutory visits and maintaining effective direct work with children
Assessing risk and implementing safeguarding plans where necessary
Progressing cases through Public Law Outline and legal proceedings when required
Preparing high-quality court reports, assessments, and care plans
Participating in child protection conferences, core groups, reviews, and strategy meetings
Working closely with schools, health professionals, police, legal representatives, and community partners
Maintaining accurate case recording and ensuring compliance with statutory timescales
Supporting permanence planning and ensuring children achieve stable long-term outcomes
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification
Registered with Social Work England
Minimum of 2 years' post-qualified experience within Children's Services
Experience managing Child in Need, Child Protection, and safeguarding cases
Strong understanding of UK children's legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and statutory guidance
Excellent assessment, analytical, and report-writing skills
Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency environment
Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and families
International Applicants Welcome
Gloucestershire County Council welcomes applications from overseas Social Workers currently working in the UK who require a transfer of Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship.
To be considered for sponsorship transfer opportunities, candidates should:
Hold current registration with Social Work England
Have a minimum of 2 years' post-qualified Social Work experience
Be currently sponsored and working within the UK
Demonstrate strong knowledge of UK safeguarding legislation and statutory practice
This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced practitioners seeking long-term career progression within a supportive local authority.
Why Join Gloucestershire County Council?
Competitive salary of £42,000 - £47,000 per annum
£4,000 Welcome Bonus
Up to £8,000 Relocation Package
Visa Sponsorship Transfer Available
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Supportive and approachable management team
Regular reflective supervision
Comprehensive learning and development programme
Career progression opportunities across Children's Services
Access to specialist training and development pathways
Strong focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance
Opportunity to live and work in one of the UK's most picturesque counties
If you're looking for a local authority that values your expertise, invests in your development, and supports you to deliver outstanding practice, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact
Josh Dhumisani
Senior Recruitment Consultant
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