Social Worker Children in Care

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About the Role

Bath and North East Somerset Children’s Social Care is an innovative small Local Authority focused on therapeutic assessment and support. Rated Good by OFSTED, we are looking for a qualified Social Worker to join our Children in Care Team within the Care Outcomes Service. You will respond to, co‑ordinate and deliver a range of social care services to children, young people and families in the Bath and North East Somerset area, managing a caseload that includes complex needs. Strong analytical skills, outcome‑focused planning and confidence in writing professional assessments/reports are essential. Excellent organisational skills, prioritisation and a team orientation are required.

You Can Expect

• A comprehensive induction
• Managed caseload
• Regular supervision (monthly one‑to‑one)
• Reflective supervision to promote thoughtful and creative practice, supported by peers and managers
• Monthly Peer Circles to strengthen relationships and share good practice
• Extensive training opportunities including SARI workshops, a 6‑month Systemic Practice course, attachment‑based workshops and trauma‑informed workshops
• Excellent administrative support with 2 admin staff
• Tri‑annual Social Work Conferences with expert guest speakers
• Paid Social Work England renewal membership
• Access to Research in Practice
• A laptop and iPhone to promote flexible working and enhance work‑life balance
• Relocation payments are available
• A stable leadership team and a committed team with low vacancy rates
• Good practice to be recognized and celebrated through a quarterly newsletter

To Apply You Will Have

• A relevant social work qualification and post‑qualifying experience
• Knowledge of the legislative framework and legal proceedings governing children’s services
• Knowledge of theory and practice applicable to social work
• IT skills to enable operation of standard electronic systems
• Passion, commitment and motivation to support the most vulnerable families in the area
• Experience of safeguarding children and/or working with children in care

Contact

Mike Starr, Team Manager on 01225 395312 or email. Interview date: TBC. No agencies please.

Safeguarding Statement

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (with/without barred list checks).

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. The Council is a Disability Confident Employer and welcomes applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements.