Social Worker - Level 3 (Penrith) WMF2277e

The Cumbria County Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local county council in Penrith is seeking a dedicated Social Worker - Level 3. The role involves working with children and families, completing assessments and long-term care plans. Applicants must hold a Social Work degree, be registered with Social Work England, and have a child-focused approach. The council offers competitive benefits, including a pension scheme and an enhanced annual leave allowance.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Discount schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with a degree.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Successful experience in similar roles.

Responsibilities

• Work with families on short-term assessments and long-term plans.
• Complete Child in Need and Protection Plans.
• Collaborate with external agencies.

Skills

Child focused approach

Ability to inspire trust

Creative planning

Knowledge of safeguarding

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Job reference REQ00000018918 Date posted 14/09/2025 Application closing date 05/01/2026 Location Penrith Salary £38,220 - £44,075 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank

Job title Social Worker - Level 3 (Penrith)

Location: Penrith

Contract Type: Permanent

Please note this role requires the ability to travel throughout the Westmorland and Furness footprint.

About this opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for dedicated Social Workers to be based within our Support & Protect Teams. We are looking for motivated, hard-working, and dedicated people to join our teams to help develop and deliver exceptional service to improve outcomes for children and families in Westmorland and Furness.

We are passionate about delivering the best outcomes to children and young people in Westmorland and Furness. To find out more about our social work teams and how we can support you please see the below document:

Join our Social Work Team

The Role

The role is very varied as we work with families on a short-term basis whilst completing assessments and on a longer term basis working Child in Need Plans and Child Protection Plans and in some cases we complete pre proceedings work and issue care proceedings. We work with all young people from birth up to the age of 18 having strong links with other agencies externally and teams in Westmorland.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for qualified Social Workers with a ‘can do’ attitude who are child focussed, like to think outside of the box and are creative in their planning with children. We are looking for people who share our vision and ambition and have the ability to inspire the trust and confidence of professionals across a range of agencies. We are keen recruit those who have successful experience in a similar role and a good knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. If this sounds like you and you share our passion for the service, then apply today!

To be considered for this role, applicants must hold a Social Work degree and be registered with Social Work England.

What we can offer you

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Please read the Supporting Information

We currently have opportunities in our team for Grade 11 and Grade 13 Social Workers. Appointments will be made based on experience and skills.

• Grade 13 - Post Specification
• Grade 13 - Role Profile
• Grade 11 - Post Specification
• Grade 11 - Role Profile

If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in, and you’re looking for a role where you can make a positive difference in the lives of children in Westmorland and Furness, then please apply today.

Safer Recruitment & DBS

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Children’s/Adults Barred List check.

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults and/or Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults and/or Children.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.