Children’s Social Worker CIC (PERM) #OR6846
Please be aware this is a Permanent post to start ASAP.
Job Title: Social Worker – Children in Care
Hours: 37 per week
Salary: HC8 £35,235 – £39,513 (plus £5,000 market rate supplement per year, total £40,235 – £44,513)
Welcome payment: £10,000
Relocation package: up to £10,000 available
Contract: Permanent
The Role
Working within the Children & Young People in Care Team, you will bring your knowledge and experience to a supportive team, making a difference. You will collaborate with colleagues from multiple professions to ensure that the voice of the child is always heard.
This is an exciting opportunity to impact the local authority positively and help improve and protect children and young people.
We value our staff by celebrating achievements, recognizing good practice, and providing a supportive, developmental environment. Good training opportunities are regularly offered.
We Offer
* A competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to our pension and benefits scheme.
* Market rate supplement: +£5,000 per year
* Welcome payment: £10,000 for experienced social workers
* Relocation support of up to £10,000
* Pension scheme: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* Professional development: protected time and budget for career growth
* Career progression pathways to senior social worker
* Annual leave: 31 days plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional days
* Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time, job-share, part-time, and some home working
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support and counselling
* Payment of professional membership fees
* Perks including retail, leisure, holiday, and health discounts
About Us
Herefordshire is a scenic, historic county on the border with Wales, known for its unspoilt countryside and lively towns. Our priority is to keep children safe and give them a great start in life, supported by dedicated, professional staff committed to relational practice and continuous improvement.
We invest heavily in staff training and development, fostering a strong team ethos focused on making a positive impact on children and families. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare, with thorough pre-employment checks, including DBS clearance.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are open to flexible working requests. We also prioritize supporting individuals with disabilities, Armed Forces members, and Herefordshire care leavers.
What’s on offer for the Social Worker
* Excellent weekly pay rate
* Strong management support
* Desirable location with good transport links
* Stable, supportive working environment
Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk
* Ongoing training opportunities
* Competitive pay
* In-house payroll with weekly payments
* Enhanced DBS
* Support from a dedicated team and a personal consultant
* Various roles in preferred locations
To learn more or apply, click the ‘Apply’ button.
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