At the heart of our mission lies a profound commitment to the well-being and future of children, young people, and their families across Cambridgeshire. Here at Cambridgeshire County Council, we believe in the transformative power of exemplary Children’s Services, recognising that each child and young person deserves nothing short of outstanding care and support. Our dedication to safeguarding and promoting their welfare is unwavering, as we strive to nurture resilience, foster community connections, and empower families to navigate life's challenges independently. We embrace diversity as a foundation of our beliefs, aspiring for a workforce that mirrors the rich tapestry of our communities. Join us in shaping a better future and making a lasting impact on those we serve.
Job Title: Social Worker – Fostering Team
Location: Cambridgeshire
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: £38,258 - £40,958 per annum (depending on experience)
The Team:
The service approves foster carers to care for children aged 0-18 years, many of whom have experienced abuse or neglect before being fostered. Some children present challenging behaviour, special needs, or complex health conditions. We assess, register, supervise, support, and train a wide range of carers with diverse skills to meet the needs of Cambridgeshire's Children in Care.
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.
Key Accountabilities:
- Provide professional leadership, specialist social work practice skills and knowledge to make independent decisions and support situations, in which the risk of significant harm, ambiguity, or complexity is greatest.
- Represent Cambridgeshire County Council at a community level and by working jointly with key partner agencies, develop effective multi-agency plans to enable independence, formulating appropriate solutions together with children and families.
- Maintain and update knowledge regarding social policy and social work practice, be fully informed of organisational policy and procedures, relevant legislation, and statutory guidance.
- Carry out duties in a timely and responsive manner, in line with Social Work England Professional Standards, the Professional Capability Framework, and Cambridgeshire County Council’s values.
Essential Criteria:
- Recognised professional Social Work qualification (Degree/Masters/Post Graduate Diploma/Social Work fast track qualifying programme)
- Relevant specialist post-qualifying and/or post-graduate training
- Current Social Work England registration
- Car driver with full UK license. Ability to work from a variety of locations and travel countywide
- Proven knowledge and understanding of child development, parenting capacity, environmental factors, and risk and protective factors.
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.
