Joining our Child in Need team, you’ll progress plans for children who are subject to Child Protection plans and Child in Need plans and also manage care proceedings cases. The role involves assessing families, managing meetings with professionals, making appropriate referrals, and completing direct work with children and families.
Our Child in Need service uses Signs of Safety as a model of intervention to support sound social work practice. Our work is underpinned by the principles of trauma-informed practice and the Lundy model of Participation.
Based in Halford House, you’ll work a hybrid model with full-time hours typically 9.30-5 Monday-Thursday and 8.30-4.30 on a Friday. This role is suitable for all levels of social worker with part-time and fixed-term options – we will work around you!
Why Work in Social Care for Leicester City Council?
Leicester is a vibrant and diverse city, meaning there are many people that need our support for various reasons. It’s challenging, but we know we can help. We have honed our practice and processes over many years, using evidence and forming the right partnerships to have the biggest effect. We implement our plans with time for change to be understood and take real effect, building better connections across our community.
We provide a wide range of training for social workers at every stage of their career and give them the time and encouragement to maximize their learning. This helps our social workers move onwards in their careers, growing from newly qualified right through to management. We ensure there is always someone available for professional support and advice, fostering a supportive environment.
We know what we do is effective. We want stability but are always looking for new ways to improve and innovate. Listening to our staff and implementing their ideas helps us maintain high standards. People tend to stay with us longer than many other authorities because we do things well for our residents, council taxpayers, and employees.
We’re committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce as we continue to build a council that is representative of our great city. Our recruitment process is designed to put you at ease, making you feel welcome and bringing the best out of you.
All you need to do is fill out the basic details by clicking apply now. For any queries, please email us.
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