Are you driven to make a profound impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families? Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where your expertise can bring about positive change? At Cambridgeshire County Council, we are fully committed to delivering exceptional Children's Services, recognising the transformative influence of outstanding care for every child and young person. Our enduring commitment to safeguarding and enhancing their well-being remains steadfast as we aim to cultivate resilience, forge community connections, and empower families to overcome life's challenges autonomously. Embracing diversity lies at the core of our ethos as we strive for a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of our communities. Join us in shaping a brighter future and leaving a lasting impact on those we serve.
Job Title: Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Team
Location: Cambridgeshire
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: £38,258 - £40,958 per annum (depending on experience)
The Team:
The teams handle intricate caseloads involving Child in Need, Children in need of Protection, Public Law Outline, and care proceedings, with a focus on children up to 12 years old. They adopt a Motivational Interviewing approach, collaborating with children and their families to facilitate sustainable change and enhance outcomes for children. Supported by a multidisciplinary team comprising adult mental health workers, drug and alcohol recovery workers, and adult domestic abuse workers, along with a tailored intervention model, this presents an exciting and innovative opportunity to be part of these teams. We encourage applications from a diverse range of professionals to enrich our current workforce.
Benefits:
- Earn up to £40,958 for Social Workers and up to £45,987 for Senior Practitioners.
- Relocation package up to £8,000 for qualified social workers.
- Scaling retention payment for social workers and senior practitioners.
- Fixed annual retention scheme for Team Managers.
- Eligibility for Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with defined benefits.
- Flexible contribution options and benefits including life cover and ill-health protection.
- Entitlement ranges from 28 to 31 days, with options to buy additional leave and take a career break.
- Maternity, paternity, adoption, and parental leave provisions.
- Multiple offices across Cambridgeshire for effective teamwork.
- Access to diverse training opportunities and in-house resources.
- Flexible hours and remote work options available.
- Confidential support available 24/7.
- Brand-new cars with insurance and maintenance included.
- Tax savings on new bikes.
- Bonus payments for successful social worker referrals.
- Access to discounts on various services and products.
- Recognition for outstanding performance.
- Participation in charity schemes like Pennies from Heaven.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Apply professional expertise to navigate complex situations, making decisive judgments. Identify and respond to needs by highlighting strengths and devising SMART plans to achieve clear outcomes, with a focus on prioritising the child's perspective in all assessments and interventions.
- Serve as a representative of Cambridgeshire County Council, fostering collaboration with key agencies to develop effective strategies and plans. Contribute to enhancing integrated services and policy frameworks to elevate the quality of care for service users.
- Stay informed of social policy, organisational protocols, and relevant legislation. Maintain professional registration and actively engage in continuous development initiatives to strengthen our skilled workforce.
- Uphold professional standards and principles, maintaining accurate records and advocating for the empowerment of service users.
Essential Requirements:
- Hold a recognised professional Social Work qualification (Degree/Masters/Post Graduate Diploma/Social Work fast track qualifying programme).
- Possess relevant specialist post-qualifying and/or post-graduate training.
- Hold a valid UK driver's license with the ability to work from various locations and travel countywide.
- Demonstrate proven knowledge and understanding of child development, parenting capacity, environmental factors, and risk and protective factors.
- Have knowledge of relevant safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance, and procedures.
- Exhibit the ability to maintain high-quality records, writing clear, concise, child-centred reports and plans.
- Demonstrate the ability to establish rapport and build relationships with children/young people and their families using a person-centred, strengths-based approach
Contact:
This Social Worker role is advertised by Harry Smy. For more information or to apply, click above. Due to high volumes, responses will be sent to candidates meeting client requirements.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Sanctuary Personnel promotes diversity, encouraging applicants from varied backgrounds. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in our two-time 'Best Candidate Care' award at the Recruiter Awards.
Reasonable Adjustments:
If you have a disability or require adjustments, please inform us early for tailored support throughout the recruitment process and your work placement.
