At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.
Fixed Term Contract (until 31/10/2026)
Bath and North East Somerset Children’s Social Care are an innovative small Local Authority focused on therapeutic assessment and support. Rated Good by OFSTED, with continued vision and drive to improve further.
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced social worker to join our team. We are committed to being a dynamic and innovative Local Authority, working hard to think differently about how we approach our work with families and we are deeply committed to providing tailored high-quality services and well thought out interventions to families to keep children safe.
We guarantee regular supervision with dedicated time for reflective practice in both group supervision and peer support.
We offer our social workers/senior practitioners a clear and exciting career pathway within our organisation, with workshops, training and ongoing support. This includes an extensive training programme, paid Social Work England membership renewals and laptops to promote flexible working.
Bath and North East Somerset Children’s Services are embarking on an exciting journey in embedding our practice model; relationship-based practice, systemic practice approaches, trauma informed practice and attachment focused social work.
Our practice is values-driven with a strong ethos of child-focussed practice and as a Local Authority we work hard to support children and families at an early stage; we are committed to providing the best outcomes for our children and young people.
Senior Social Work Practitioners in Bath and North East Somerset will manage their own caseload, which will include children and families with complex needs.
About You
You will be able to evidence a strong ability to analyse information and formulate outcome focused plans for children and their families. Applicants must be confident in writing professional assessments/reports as well as presenting their evidence verbally. Applicants need to have very strong organisational skills to manage and prioritise their work effectively and in a timely way.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need.
EEO Statement
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
Other Information
Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
Safeguarding Statement
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.
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