Social Worker x2 (Fixed Term) in Warrington

An exciting opportunity has arisen for social workers to join our Family Help and Protection Service on a fixed term 12 month contract. We have vacancies for full time social workers to work as part of our Family Help and Protection Team and our Duty Team on a temporary basis with the possibility of extending this to a permanent contract in the future if the opportunity arises.

As part of a Pathfinder Local Authority, you would be part of a team, working in a new and innovative way to support children and families in need of help and protection.

The role

We are seeking social workers who have excellent verbal and written communication skills, are able to think creatively to problem solve, who have robust assessment skills and who work well as part of a multi agency group of professionals. The successful candidates will be able to assess the needs for a family and be able to provide timely and focused intervention.

What\’s needed?

The successful applicants will hold a valid social work qualification with relevant experience in children\’s social work practice and be able to provide a clear enhanced DBS check.

As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:

• 26 days annual holiday – raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)
• Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme
• Essential car allowance

Key Dates & Further Information

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship isnot available for this role; therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment.

The interview will consist of an interview and a written exercise.

DBS clearance is required.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

DBS clearance is required.

Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer.

Warrington Borough Council Offices, 1 Time Square, Warrington, WA1 2NT