Social Worker - Children's Assessment and Safeguarding

Connected Local Government; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Greater Lincolnshire is seeking passionate Social Workers to provide essential support to children and families. The role involves collaboration with partners to ensure children receive vital guidance and care. Competitive salaries range from £36,363 to £46,142, including up to £8,000 for relocation. Applicants must be qualified Social Workers, committed to making a positive impact in their communities. Join a supportive team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting children's welfare.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 40 days leave

Local government pension

Exclusive RewardNEL platform access

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Social Worker.
• Experience in child safeguarding is preferred.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with various partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support and interventions for children and families.
• Ensure guidance and support for young people.
• Create a safer and more supportive environment for children.

Skills

Inspirational approach

Collaboration

Support and interventions for families

Ability to identify emerging needs

Passion for social work

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

We’re looking for inspirational social workers like you to help us put children and families at the heart of everything we do.

Your unique experience, knowledge and skills could be makinga positive difference to children and families in North East Lincolnshire.

Now is an exciting time to join us. We’re changing lives, we’re rated Good by Ofsted, and we’re the fastest transforming children’s services team in the country.

Our sense of community is something you won’t find anywhere else and there’s a real buzz around the potential to collectively shape our future for generations to come.

You will be joining a service that is built on pride and passion, who have high aspirations for children and families and who are committed to empowering them to thrive and be the best they can be.

If you are an enthusiastic, ambitious and passionate Social Worker who wants to make a lifelong difference to children’s lives and improve their outcomes, we want to hear from you.

About Our Team

Children’s Assessment Safeguarding Service

As a social worker within the Children’s Assessment Safeguarding Service, you will collaborate with partners to provide targeted support and interventions for children and families.

Your role will be vital in ensuring that young people receive the guidance and support they need. By identifying emerging needs and reducing risks, you will help create a safer and more supportive environment for children and adolescents.

For more information, please refer to the role profile or email: Emily Scott - Service Lead - [e-mail] find out more about us here!

Our Offer

Salary from ASYE level £36,363 up to £46,142 (depending on experience) PLUS Essential Car User Allowance.

Social Workers from out of the area will also have access to a relocation and travel from home scheme worth up to £8,000.

Please note: at this time, we are only accepting applications for qualified Social Workers as well as those looking to undertake their ASYE year.

If you are interested in learning about pathways in to Social Care check out Social worker | Explore careers | National Careers Service more information.

In order to fully comply with Safer Recruitment guidelines, if you are successful with your application, you must meet the below criteria and be able to provide:

• At least one reference must be from your current or most recent employment, placement or work experience (if you are an agency worker at NELC, please provide your agency as a reference)
• You must provide a professional/company email address (we cannot accept personal email addresses)
• References must cover the last 3 years, any reasons for gaps should be detailed in your enhanced reference form. Your references will only be requested if you are offered and have accepted a position

What else can you expect?

• Real progression opportunities within Social Work practice – North East Lincolnshire Council operate through grades for Social Workers to Advanced Social Worker level
• Regular individual and reflective case supervision
• A relational approach in all aspects of practice
• Accessible and proactive management that creates the conditions for social workers to flourish and make a real difference to people’s lives
• A highly supportive team and working environment

Your Benefits

As part of your RewardNEL package, not only will you enjoy a competitive salary, up to 40 days leave entitlement* (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension, you will also have access to our exclusive RewardNEL platform.

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