Children in Care Social Worker

Posted 01 August 2024
Salary £47420 - £48474 per annum + Benefits
LocationSwindon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Social Work
ReferenceSW34987_1722539409
Contact NameSarah Tomlin

Job description

We are looking for experienced, qualified Social Workers to join a Children in Care team.

ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND

About the team

You will be joining a team that has implemented their Family Safeguarding Model, focusing on supporting the needs of children and adults. This team work with young people between the ages of 16 and 25 years old who are in the care of the local authority, or care experienced. Some of the key responsibilities of this role are supporting children in their homes, ensuring they have stability, teaching children how to become young adults and ensuring they have the skills to lead a successful adult life.

About the role

You will need to have a Social Work degree and a minimum of 2 years' post qualifying experience to be considered for this position. You may also have a background in Leaving Care, Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC), Children in Care and Care Experienced Young People. Knowledge of childcare legislation and statutory guidance is essential.

What's on offer?

  • Salary £47,420 - £48,474 (depending on experience)
  • 28 days annual leave (increasing to 32 days after 5 years' service)
  • Relocation allowance of up to £8,000 (eligibility criteria applies)
  • Excellent career development
  • Local government pension scheme

For more information, please get in contact:

Sarah Tomlin - 07425 728375

stomlin@charecruitment.com