Qualified Social Worker

Hampshire County Council; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job description

Qualified Social Worker

Job Reference: HCC620465
Salary Range: £39,382 - £43,679 per annum, plus Market Supplement of up to £4,500 per annum
Work Location: Hampshire, Countywide select from: Aldershot, Alton, Andover, Basingstoke, Eastleigh, Fareham, Farnborough, Gosport, Havant, Horndean, Petersfield
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent

The Role:

Join Our Outstanding Team as a Children's Social Worker!

Are you a dedicated and passionate Children's Social Worker looking to make a real difference? Hampshire County Council, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, is seeking talented professionals like you to join our team.

About the Role: As a Children's Social Worker with us, you'll be at the forefront of building meaningful relationships with children and families, engaging them in assessments and plans. Your creativity, flexibility, and forward-thinking approach will be key in striving for continuous improvement and achieving the best outcomes for children.

What We Offer:

• Supportive Environment: We value our Social Workers and encourage creativity and autonomy. You'll receive regular, reflective, and effective supervision to support your practice.
• Flexible Working: We understand the importance of flexibility and provide the conditions you need for good practice to flourish.
• Professional Development: As part of our Department for Education ‘Partner in Practice’ initiative, you'll have access to excellent development opportunities. Lead by example and work alongside other local authorities to enhance social work practice across the country.
• 9-Day Fortnight: Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule with a 9-day working fortnight.
• Generous Annual Leave: Start with 25 days per annum, increasing to 28 days based on experience and length of service.
• Personal Assistant: Receive crucial back-office support to free up your time for professional practice.
• Personal Laptop: Work more effectively and flexibly with your own laptop.
• Professional Development: Benefit from 5 personal development days per annum and ample progression opportunities.
• Relocation Assistance: Up to £8,500 for experienced social workers wanting to move to Hampshire (subject to management approval).

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that values your skills and dedication, apply now!

You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire (and the Isle of Wight or other local authority), and it is essential that you have a current drivers’ licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

This role is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, and as per safer recruitment requirements for Children's Services, all offers are conditional subject to references.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.