Social Worker - Family Help, Central Locality
Herefordshire Council
Salary: £37,563 - £42,123 + £5,000 market rate supplement
Senior Practitioner progression: up to £46,579
£10,000 welcome payment
Relocation package up to £10,000
Permanent | 37 hours per week
Location: Plough Lane, Hereford
Caritas Recruitment is working with Herefordshire Council to recruit a permanent Social Worker to join the Family Help - Central Locality Team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Children's Social Worker looking to join a supportive service with a clear career progression pathway and a strong focus on restorative, relationship-based practice.
The Role
As a Social Worker within the Family Help Team, you will work closely with children, young people and their families, providing effective support, intervention and protection.
You will:
- Manage a complex caseload and act as the Family Help Lead Practitioner.
- Complete assessments, identify risk and develop tailored Family Help Plans.
- Undertake safeguarding and child protection work, working alongside partner agencies.
- Chair and contribute to Child in Need, core group and strategy meetings.
- Build strong, restorative relationships with children and families to support meaningful and sustainable change.
- Complete accurate recording and high-quality reports, including court work where required.
- Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to achieve positive outcomes for children.
About You
You will need:
- A recognised Social Work qualification.
- Current Social Work England registration.
- UK experience working with children and families within statutory social care.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
- Confidence assessing and managing risk and complex family circumstances.
- Excellent communication, assessment and report-writing skills.
- A commitment to restorative and relationship-based practice.
Candidates who can demonstrate the required competencies may be considered at Senior Practitioner level in line with the Council's career progression pathway.
What's on Offer?
- £10,000 welcome payment
- £5,000 annual market rate supplement
- Retention payments of £2,000 - £4,000 depending on team
- Relocation support of up to £10,000
- Clear progression pathway to Senior Practitioner
- 31 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Professional development support
- Flexible and agile working options
Sponsorship
Skilled Worker visa sponsorship may be available to candidates already living in the UK who have a minimum of two years' UK-based experience in the relevant team or discipline. Overseas applicants requiring sponsorship to move to the UK are not eligible for these Children & Young People Social Worker roles.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Social Worker - Family Help - Herefordshire Council employer: Caritas Recruitment
Caritas Recruitment is an excellent employer for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges. Located in Southampton, we foster a supportive work culture that prioritises collaboration and professional growth, offering ongoing training and development opportunities. Our commitment to client-centred care ensures that our employees are empowered to make meaningful contributions while enjoying a fulfilling career in a vibrant community.
