At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and families, manage complex cases, and develop tailored Family Help Plans.
- Company: Join Herefordshire Council's Family Help North Locality team.
- Benefits: Personal consultant support, referral bonuses, and weekly payrolls.
- Other info: Opportunity for meaningful change and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and families.
- Qualifications: Experience in social work and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 36840 - 40000 £ per year.
Our client Herefordshire council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Family Help North Locality team. As a Social Worker within the Family Help team, you will play a vital role in supporting children, young people, and their families to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.
Working within a locality-based team, you will lead and manage a complex caseload, acting as the Family Help Lead Practitioner to deliver effective help, protection, and intervention. You will assess needs, identify risks, and develop tailored Family Help Plans, working closely with partner agencies to ensure coordinated and multi-agency support.
The role includes chairing and contributing to key meetings such as Child in Need, core group, and strategy discussions, as well as undertaking risk assessments and safeguarding work when concerns arise. You will build strong, restorative relationships with families and professionals, enabling meaningful change while promoting the safety and welfare of children, including those in the looked-after system.
Accurate recording, report writing (including court work), and contributing to decision-making are key aspects of the role.
Social Worker - Family Help employer: Remedy Social Work
Herefordshire Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for Social Workers in the Family Help North Locality team. With a strong focus on professional development and employee well-being, staff benefit from tailored training opportunities, a personal consultant for guidance, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families. The council's dedication to fostering restorative relationships and multi-agency collaboration ensures that employees are empowered to deliver effective support while enjoying a rewarding career in a picturesque location.
