Job reference REQ00000017666 Date posted 16/12/2024 Application closing date 12/01/2025 Location CARLISLE Salary £41,511 - £42,708 per annum Package Blank Contractual hours 18.5 Basis Part time Attachments Blank
Salary: £41,511 - £42,708 per annum
Hours: 18.5
Location: Countywide Team – base can be discussed at interview
Contract: Permanent
About us
Cumberland Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority dedicated to shaping a better future for our communities. We are passionate about creating a vibrant future by addressing inequalities, creating thriving economies that work for our residents and protecting our environment.
At the core of our vision is a commitment to our people, with health and well-being being integral to everything we do, underscoring every initiative and ensuring we provide unparalleled support for all.
We can’t do it without you! Come and embark on the journey to a vibrant future with us, where the work you do will make a real impact. Together, let's shape a community that's as dynamic and inclusive as our landscape. Be a part of the transformation!
About this opportunity
This Social Worker role is positioned within the Children and Families service area, focusing on delivering impactful support to children, families, and carers in partnership with internal and external stakeholders. The role aims to improve outcomes for children and young people in Cumbria by:
1. Championing the voice of the child and family – actively listening, understanding their needs, and collaborating to develop tailored plans that provide the right help and support.
2. Managing complex and high-risk cases – acting as a skilled practitioner to assess, plan, and deliver care and support services.
3. Building meaningful relationships – using active listening, observation, and communication to work directly with children, families, and carers.
4. Conducting detailed assessments – analysing complex needs and family dynamics using evidence-based approaches to identify strengths, vulnerabilities, and required interventions.
5. Formulating child-focused plans – leveraging a deep understanding of needs and impacts to create assessments and care plans with clear, measurable outcomes.
6. Applying evidence-based practice – grounding all work in theory and research while collaborating with professionals across sectors to deliver comprehensive, multi-agency solutions.
7. Sharing expertise – mentoring and supporting colleagues across agencies, identifying gaps in service provision, and contributing to capacity building.
8. Handling high-risk cases – addressing complex family situations and ensuring the delivery of effective interventions tailored to individual needs.
This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference by shaping the future of children and young people through expert practice and collaborative working.
Minimum Requirements
Fundamentally, we are seeking individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change and shape a better future for our communities. Your commitment to these principles will be instrumental in delivering services that are vital to the well-being and prosperity of our residents.
If this sounds like you, then please get in touch!
We believe in cultivating potential over perfection. If this job sounds like you and you resonate with our values, we encourage you to apply or contact jane.gray@cumbria.gov.uk for an informal chat prior to your application.
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 12 January 2025
Interview date:TBC
Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.
DBS Checks
Conducting Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks is integral to our commitment to creating a safe and secure environment for our staff and the communities we serve. These checks play a crucial role in safeguarding, ensuring that individuals with appropriate qualifications and character are entrusted with roles where they may have access to children and vulnerable people.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Children’s/Adults Barred List check.
We welcome applications from everyone
At Cumberland Council, we are dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce, striving to mirror the rich tapestry of the communities we proudly serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are devoted in fostering an inclusive, supportive culture that embraces and appreciates our unique differences.
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that applicants with disabilities, meeting the essential criteria for this position, are guaranteed an interview as part of our commitment to equal opportunities. Your diverse perspectives and talents contribute to our collective success.
Reasonable Adjustments: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know on; Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. Adjustments are not always guaranteed although we will endeavour to make adjustments that are reasonable to accommodate your needs.
Guaranteed Interview Schemes
Cumberland Council offers a guaranteed interview scheme to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
1. Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
2. Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
3. Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces
If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application.
Work-Life balance
Cumberland Council is deeply invested in fostering a work culture that prioritises the well-being and balance of our team members. Embracing flexible and hybrid working models, we empower employees to achieve optimal work-life balance.
Recognising the importance of personal time, we offer a generous holiday allowance, providing ample opportunity for rest and rejuvenation. Additionally, our flexible working hours, including flexitime arrangements, further contribute to a supportive environment where individuals can effectively manage their professional and personal commitments.
Continuing Professional Development
We are committed to nurturing the ongoing growth and professional advancement of our valued team members to fulfil your potential and advance your career. Our comprehensive career development and training offer emphasises continuous learning as a cornerstone for achieving both individual and organisational goals. Through our robust Organisational Development initiatives, we offer a suite of support programmes tailored to meet diverse needs, including participation in our esteemed Aspiring to be a Manager programme and access to our enriching Coaching and Mentoring programmes.
Keeping the people we work with safe
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect unwavering commitment to this cause from our employees, volunteers, and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs). Together, we create a secure environment where every individual is safeguarded and respected.
Your Voice Matters; Connect, Engage, and Make Your Voice Heard!
We don't just encourage engagement—we celebrate it. That's why we've cultivated a vibrant community of staff networking groups where every voice matters.
These groups are more than just forums—they're hubs of innovation and inclusion, dedicated to sparking fresh ideas, challenging the status quo, and championing equality and fairness for all. From exploring new perspectives to shaping policies that reflect our diverse workforce, our staff networks play a pivotal role in driving positive change.
Join us and become part of something bigger:
1. Race Equality
2. Rainbow Alliance
3. Menopause Support
4. Carers Network
5. Shine Community
6. Wellbeing/Health Advocates
7. Be a Change Champion to shape our council's future through transformative initiatives.
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