At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people aged 16-18 in their journey to independence and personal growth.
- Company: Join Croydon Council, a diverse and inclusive employer dedicated to community welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and a £1,500 retention payment.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and strong career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people and help them thrive.
- Qualifications: Qualified social worker with experience in supporting children and young people.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are seeking qualified social workers to work within our Young People’s service, with different ranges of experience to ensure that our young people receive a consistent service. We are seeking practitioners with an understanding of the challenges faced by being a Child Looked After and how to overcome these barriers.
We are looking for social workers who are keen to support young people aged 16-18 who are in children looked after to grow and flourish into adulthood. We are seeking social workers who are passionate about supporting young people moving onto independence, ensuring clear and effective care plans which are tailored to our young people’s needs, to give them the best possible start in adult life.
You will have experience of working with multi-agency partners such as health, adult services, housing and education, to ensure risk is well managed and safety is a key for our most vulnerable children. You will also have experience of direct work to evidence and understand the voices of our young people. You will understand the role of the Corporate Parent and how to get the best support for young people in line with statutory guidelines and legislation. You will understand systemic practice and demonstrate how your support for young people has made a positive difference. This service would be most appropriate for social workers who have experience of working with children and young people from diverse backgrounds.
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, if the role requires one.
Social Worker – Young People Service 16+ – Children employer: Croydon Council
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