Children with Disabilities Social Worker
Details
* Reference: SCC/TP/287912/1639
* Positions: 3
* Salary: £40,929 - £43,735 per annum plus an additional payment of up to £6,000 across your first 18 months in post
* Category: Qualified Social Work - Children's
* Contract type: Permanent
* Working hours: 36 hours per week
* Posted on: 24 December 2024
* Closing date: 13 January 2025
* Location: Guildford, Woking, Reigate, Weybridge, Surrey
Description
We have opportunities to join our Children with Disabilities County Wide Team.
We welcome applications from those without specific experience in working with disabled children who can demonstrate an interest in this area of work.
When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We aim to provide flexibility while ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service.
The salary range for Social Workers is £40,929 - £43,735 per annum, with an additional financial package of up to £6,000 payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Information about qualifying criteria for this payment can be found on our website.
Rewards and Benefits
* We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee
* 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays)
* Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
* An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
* Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
* Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
* A generous local government salary-related pension
* Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping, and more
* Learning and development hub with a wealth of resources
* Refer a friend payment of £1,000 for finding the right Social Worker
We recognize that looking for your next Social Work position is a significant step in your career, and we're here to make that transition a positive one. Our commitment to applicants is to remove barriers and understand more about you, your motivation for working in children's social care, and why you're proud to work for such a valuable profession.
About Working in Children with Disability
Our Children with Disabilities (CWD) service embodies our Council vision of not leaving anyone behind. Our child-centred approach involves working closely with children and their families to ensure holistic support. We are committed to partnership with families to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people, maximizing life chances and opportunities for disabled children.
In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your team and the wider service areas. You will receive high-quality supervision, reflective practices, and support for your wellbeing and career development. Our Surrey Children's Service Academy offers over 60 courses to ensure you are at the forefront of best practice.
Application Process
To apply, upload your CV and answer the following questions (no more than 200 words per question):
* What has motivated you to apply for this role?
* What key skills and experience will you bring to this role?
* Discuss your experience with Child and Family Assessments, Children In Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children, and Proceedings.
If shortlisted, you will be invited to a virtual interview to discuss your answers (lasting approx. 15-20 min). Successful candidates will then be invited for an in-person interview.
We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If invited to a face-to-face interview, we will share the themes of the questions in advance to help you prepare.
Additional Information
An enhanced DBS check for regulated activity is required for this role. You must be registered with Social Work England and have a valid driving license to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle, and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments will be made for successful applicants with disabilities or long-term health conditions.
Our Values
Our values shape who we are as an organization. Before submitting your application, we recommend reading the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook for insights into our culture.
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, offering guaranteed interviews to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
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