Children's Social Workers and Senior Social Workers (South Ipswich)

• Suffolk County Council - Various Locations in Suffolk / Hybrid
• £34,834 - £44,305 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Plus retention payment of up to £4,000 per year (pro rata for part time)
• Full time or part time hours available
• Permanent

Job roles available:

• Social Workers: £34,834 - £38,223 per annum, plus £4,000 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)
• Senior Social Workers: £38,925- £44,305 per annum, plus £3,500 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)

Suffolk County Council (SCC) is a modern, flexible, and forward-thinking organisation that's constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our communities. We are passionate about providing exceptional care and support to children and young people in need. Here, you will find a supportive atmosphere designed to help you flourish professionally whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Your role

You will manage a diverse caseload, working with children from pre-birth to 18 years, from the point of initial referral. This includes undertaking Social Work Assessments, working with children and families under Child in Need and Child Protection Planning, and progressing matters within the court arena, including both public and private law proceedings.

The Team

We are based at Landmark House in Ipswich, covering the South Ipswich area. As part of a team with a variety of skills and expertise, you will develop your social work practice within a supportive culture. Partnership working is a strength within the team, allowing you to build meaningful working relationships across services.

Shaping Careers and Learning

We understand that being a social worker can be challenging, which is why we offer:

• Regular supervision sessions for guidance and assistance
• Comprehensive training opportunities to boost your professional skills
• A structured career Progression Scheme (pdf) to foster your growth

This way, you can be confident in your abilities and provide the best possible care to those in need.

Additional Benefits

• Up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time
• An uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time
• 3 protected CPD days per annum
• Access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme, and a welcome loan of £2,000 for new Social Workers moving to Suffolk
• Free on-site car parking in all council buildings
• Flexible working options and commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
• Detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training
• Staff networks open to staff, councillors, and partners

What you need

• A relevant social work qualification and Social Work England registration
• To hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable means

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profiles below. If you believe you can succeed in this role, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Empowering Everyone

We believe in potential, possibility, and the power of different ideas. We encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be their best. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups currently underrepresented in the organisation.

Discover more

• A day in the life of a Children's Social Worker. (suffolkjobsdirect.org)
• Hear from our staff about our Social Work teams (suffolkjobsdirect.org)
• Social Work within Children and Young Peoples Services (careers.suffolk.gov.uk)

To find out about our beautiful county of Suffolk, please visit welcome to Suffolk (visitsuffolk.com).

Sponsorship for a visa may be available for current UK residents. This role is based in Suffolk.

For an informal discussion about the roles, please email: cypsocialworkenquiries@suffolk.gov.uk or contact Steve Blaney, Social Care Service Manager, at 07742 505342.

How to apply

Please read the Job and Person Profiles (JPP) below and our Progression Scheme (pdf) before applying, by uploading your CV and completing a short online application form (stating in your application the role/s, location, and team you are applying for).

• Senior Social Worker JPP (docx)
• Social Worker JPP (docx)

For internal staff/applicants only, please complete our Statement of Interest (docx) and return it by emailing: cypsocialworkenquiries@suffolk.gov.uk

Closing date: 11.30pm, 30 November 2024

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks will be required for relevant posts.

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