Job Reference: CH02526
Walsall Council, Senior Social Worker (G10)
Salary: £47,181 - £50,269 per annum
About the role
An exciting opportunity for a Senior Specialist Social Worker to join the Youth in Sight team, a multidisciplinary team working with adolescents aged 10‑18 with complex mental health or emotional dysregulation needs. The role focuses on supporting families to remain safely within their homes, providing therapeutic care, and ensuring equitable, strengths‑based practice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and contribute to statutory assessments, planning, and reviews, promoting participation, consultation, and co‑production.
- Collaborate with the wider partnership to secure support and adopt a ‘Think Family’ approach.
- Advocate on behalf of young people and their families, delivering therapeutic interventions to strengthen resilience.
- Use the ‘Valuing Care Tool’ and maintain shared database access to monitor impact and share information.
- Participate in group supervisions every four weeks and reflect on interventions.
- Support ASYE social workers through reflective conversations, guidance, and co‑working.
- Maintain a commitment to professional development and be registered with Social Worker England.
About you
Senior specialist social worker with a minimum of two years post‑qualifying experience working with children and families with diverse needs and vulnerabilities. Demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to work in partnership to give voice to the child and family.
Why work for Walsall
Walsall Council is OFSTED rated outstanding and prioritises a supportive culture that allows practitioners to grow. The role offers career development pathways, flexible hybrid working, and a collaborative multi‑agency environment.
Benefits
Salary ranges from £47,181 to £50,269 per annum, depending on experience. Other benefits include:
- Competitive pension scheme.
- 28 days annual leave pro‑rata, plus 5 additional days after 5 years of continuous local government service.
- Family‑friendly policies and flexible, hybrid working arrangements (including 9‑day fortnights).
- Clinical supervision and retention payments after two years in service.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Established learning and development frameworks and practice development training.
- Progressive health and well‑being agenda led by a dedicated team.
Application details
Applicants must submit a supporting information statement explaining how skills, abilities, and experience meet the criteria. No CVs will be accepted.
