Social Worker/Senior Social Worker - Locality Teams

North East Ambition; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's services organization in Sunderland is seeking a Social Worker/Senior Social Worker for their Locality Teams. You will be responsible for building meaningful relationships with children, young people, and families, conducting assessments, and ensuring adherence to safeguarding procedures. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of post-qualifying experience, with ongoing training and flexible working arrangements offered. A commitment to child welfare is essential.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development programmes

Flexible working arrangements

Free onsite parking

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year post-qualifying experience.
• ASYE completion desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with children, young people, families and networks.
• Conduct assessments of Children in Need and Children in Need of Protection.
• Work in line with local safeguarding procedures and the Signs of Safety model.
• Support children and families to make long-lasting positive changes.

Skills

Child-centred approach

Relationship building

Assessment skills

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Job Title

Social Worker/Senior Social Worker – Locality Teams

Salary and Allowances

Grade 7/8: £37,280 - £47,181 per annum
Essential Car User Allowance: £1,239 per annum
2% Recruitment and Retention Allowance paid monthly

Company Overview

Join Together for Children Sunderland, an Ofsted‑rated Outstanding service in 2021 and 2025, delivering children’s services on behalf of Sunderland City Council. Our workforce is child‑centred, respectful, creative and transparent, with reasonable caseloads and visible, approachable managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Build relationships with children, young people, families and networks.
• Conduct assessments of Children in Need and Children in Need of Protection.
• Work in line with local safeguarding procedures and the Signs of Safety model.
• Support children and families to make long‑lasting positive changes.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year post‑qualifying experience.
• ASYE completion desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Ongoing training and development programmes.
• Flexible working arrangements and agile working policy.
• Free onsite parking, car lease scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme and flexi scheme.

Contact

Leighann Wilson – [e-mail]

EEO Statement

We welcome and encourage job applications from candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race, and background. All staff will share our commitment to safeguarding and child welfare and an Enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought.