The role
Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, we are looking for experienced social workers with post qualification experience within a social work role, or social workers who have successfully completed the ASYE Programme. These social workers will be committed professionals, determined to deliver an excellent service to vulnerable individuals within our communities. Current opportunities are available within our Locality Safeguarding Teams in Blyth, Berwick and Bedlington as well as?The Front Door (Based in Bedlington)?Please note – Northumberland is geographically vast however Locality Teams work within their particular areas therefore travel is actually minimal!
ABOUT YOU
You will always want to hear the child’s voice and ensure that this is taken into account.
You will be passionate about maximising a child’s life chances to improve their overall outcomes.
You will have excellent communication skills and be able to make decisions and plans with children and their families; utilising the Signs of Safety approach.
You will care enough to want to make a difference – every day.
If your skill set includes the above, come and join a progressive and innovative organisation which values all of our employees.
You will hold a relevant Social Work qualification such as the Social Work Degree, DipSW, CQSW or CSS and be registered with the HCPC.?
We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is working in regulated activity. It is a criminal offense for a barred individual to apply for a job in regulated activity.??
We are offering:
A competitive salary up to £35,934 (dependent on grade and experience) with a wide range of additional benefits.
Essential car user allowance
Management who are committed to an appropriate caseload
Regular supportive supervision
A supportive learning environment with career progression opportunities?
Flexible working
https://www.northumberland.gov.uk//getmedia/7271ea30-4a4a-4396-907e-dc1d3b65db22/1770-Social-Worker.aspx
https://www.northumberland.gov.uk//getmedia/1c92f422-07c5-4080-a16a-7d13126446c3/Leadership-Pledge-Flier.aspx
For further information, please email childrenssocialcarejobs@northumberland.gov.uk
If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to attend interview please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk
Northumberland County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We recognise the difficulties that transgender applicants in particular may face during a recruitment process; any concerns regarding the process can be discussed with Jag Stockham(Trans HR Support Officer) jag.stockham@northumberland.gov.uk. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.