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Our vision is "A Southend Where All Children Achieve Success." By joining Southend on Sea City Council as a Social Worker, you will be key to making our vision a reality for all children. You will be joining a service where we demonstrate with pride that:
* All paths lead back to the child.
* We spend time getting to know each child and their story.
* We do what we say we're going to do.
* We work with the whole family.
* No matter what, we aim to make things better.
You will provide support to work to the highest standard using our model of practice, Restorative Practice, to deliver the vision. You will access a professional social work development offer designed by social workers, at any stage of your career. Regular restorative supervision and separate supervision focusing on development and evidencing your SWE registration will be provided. We encourage everyone to take a lead in an area of interest for your team, explored with your line manager. We have multiple team posts; please contact our recruitment partner, Hays, to discuss current opportunities.
Your new role
Southend-on-Sea Council's Fostering Support Team seeks to appoint a permanent, part-time (per week) Social Worker to support Foster Carers in caring for children and young people, ensuring compliance with professional standards and relevant legislation. You will provide an efficient service to children, young people, their families, and foster carers, with professional assessments of their needs. Responsibilities include investigating, evaluating, and analyzing case information, demonstrating clarity, reliability, and realistic action plans. You will adopt a holistic approach, considering immediate and extended social circles and overall development needs. The team manages an average of 15 cases per person.
Duty will be performed in the office approximately 3 days a month, with biweekly on-site team meetings. The role is hybrid, requiring a minimum of 1 day on-site weekly. Salaries are pro-rated accordingly.
What you'll need to succeed
Applicants must be able to work in the UK, hold a recognized Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and have completed their ASYE. A minimum of two years' experience working with foster carers and knowledge of fostering regulations and standards are required. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with a valid driving license and access to a car.
What you'll get in return
Pension: Membership of the LGPS scheme, providing a secure future independent of market fluctuations.
Leave Entitlements: Starting from 25 days up to 32 days based on service, plus flexible working and family-friendly leave options. Paid volunteering leave is available. Employees benefit from free access to wellbeing support and discounts via a benefit portal, including options for bicycles, cars, electronics, gym memberships, retail, food, travel, dining, and leisure discounts.
Note: Salaries and holiday entitlements are pro-rated according to the advertised hours for this position.
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