Job Category: Social Care Qualified
Job location: Plough Lane, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 0LE, Herefordshire Council
Hours per week: 37
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: HC8 £36,363 – £40,777 (plus £5,000 market rate supplement per year, totaling £41,363 - £45,777)
Welcome payment: £10,000
Relocation package: up to £10,000 available
Contract: permanent
The Role
We are making significant progress with our improvement plans and are seeking passionate and committed Social Workers for our Children in Care teams. We value the opportunity to work directly with children and families and uphold a strong coproduction ethos, helping children feel a sense of belonging, security, and supporting their growth and success.
Within the Children & Young People in Care Team, you will bring your knowledge and experience to a supportive environment, collaborating with colleagues from multiple professions to ensure the voice of the child is always heard.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact on the local authority and to help improve and protect the children and young people in our care.
We recognize the importance of feeling valued as a Social Worker. We celebrate staff achievements, recognize good practice, and promote a supportive, supportive work environment with opportunities for training and development.
We Offer
* A competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, including:
* Starting salary for Social Workers: HC8 £36,363 – £40,777
* Market rate supplement: plus £5,000 per year
* Welcome payment: £10,000 for experienced social workers
* Relocation support: up to £10,000
* Pension scheme: Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* Professional development: protected time and budget for career growth
* Career progression: clear pathways to senior roles
* Annual leave: 31 days (pro rata) plus bank holidays; option to purchase an additional 10 days
* Flexible working arrangements: flexi-time, job-share, part-time, and some home working options
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support and counselling
* Payment of professional membership fees
* Additional perks: discounts on retail, leisure, travel, and health services
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