At a Glance
- Tasks: Support families and children through assessments, planning, and collaboration with key agencies.
- Company: Join Staffordshire County Council, a committed equal opportunities employer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, structured career progression, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working environment with a focus on family support and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your social work career.
- Qualifications: Professional social work qualification and experience with children and families.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
Social Worker – Staffordshire Moorlands
We are looking for a committed Social Worker to join our Assessment & Staying Together Team in Staffordshire Moorlands.
Main Responsibilities
As a Social Worker you will
- Work with families across the continuum of need from Child in Need, Child Protection, Children in Care through to the conclusion of Care Proceedings and Adoption planning.
- Coordinate the child’s plan, review and ensure children are seen and heard.
- Undertake Section 47 investigations.
- Place children into Local Authority care when they can no longer remain at home.
- Complete both private law reports and public law proceedings.
- Refer into centralised services for specialist support.
- Liaise with key agencies and make necessary referrals.
- Collaborate closely with Early Help colleagues.
- Upload all visits, child’s plans and assessments in a timely manner in line with the Local Authority’s recording policy.
- The Ideal Candidate
Requirements
- Professional social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
- Experience of direct work with children and families.
- Experience working in a multi‑agency environment.
- Highly organised and able to meet clear deadlines.
- Flexible approach and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
- Desire to work with children and families to provide timely support and keep families together safely.
Additional: Current UK driving licence and vehicle, confident driver covering short and long distances.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Access to reward and benefits package.
- Structured career progression framework including Practice Educator, Aspiring Social Work Practice Lead and Aspiring Team Manager programmes.
- Training and development opportunities linked to the West Midlands teaching partnership.
- Equal Opportunities
Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and a Disability Confident employer.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.
A guaranteed interview will be offered where the applicant meets the minimum criteria.
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Children's Social Worker in Leek employer: Staffordshire County Council
Staffordshire County Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises collaboration and community impact. Employees benefit from flexible working hours, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families. With a focus on teamwork and quality service delivery, this role provides a rewarding environment for those passionate about social work.
Contact Details:
Staffordshire County Council Recruitment Team
