Hello there Are you dedicated to high-quality, relationship-based social work, that is child-centred, family-minded, strengths and evidence-based and focused on delivering positive outcomes? Within Children and Family Services we have a permanent Court Service who work with our children and their families at the point children enter care. This is a rare opportunity to work within a forward thinking and supportive service holding and managing care proceedings through to final hearing and permanency planning. We are looking for qualified experienced Senior Children and Families Social Workers, with significant experience in both the safeguarding and court arena, who can undertake varied and diverse case management and exceptional quality assessments in a timely accurate manner. Along with providing with a child centred approach and using the skills and tools to work restoratively with families, you will support newly qualified social workers and students within the team and other areas the post will allow for progression opportunities to be able to develop and grow their career. Children and Family Services is proud of its achievements to date and is continuing to ensure children and families remain the number one priority at the heart of all we do. Stoke-on-Trent is a city on the up – we’ve been confirmed as one of the best areas in the country for economic growth, we’ve been named as one of the most cultural places to live by the Sunday Times and we’re one of the greenest cities in the country with acres of green open spaces and parks. We are located in North Staffordshire in the West Midlands with easy and excellent access to transport links to all parts of the UK and internationally. We want our children and young people to inherit these changes, to build their lives in our city, be aspirational and to take the opportunities Stoke-on-Trent can offer. We have a coordinated and relentless drive to continue to improve children’s experiences. There is a strong sense of togetherness here and Stoke-on-Trent has undoubtedly the friendliest people in the UK, we pride ourselves on building relationships with families and partners and hold restorative practice at the centre of all we do. Ofsted recently found that services for vulnerable children and families in Stoke-on-Trent have improved substantially and that there has been investment in children’s services as part of a wider council development programme. We are investing in a high-quality learning and development offer to ensure that you have access to high quality learning, development opportunities and support, whatever stage of your career you are at. If you’re looking for a challenging yet rewarding role, one where you’ll be supported every step of the way, Stoke-on-Trent City Council is the place for you. For these roles you must Be a qualified Social Worker You will have sound knowledge of relevant childcare legislation, including a clear understanding of ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children’. An ability to build effective relationships with children, young people, and families. ability to work flexibly around work commitments Amongst the benefits we offer are: Up to 40 days holiday (including 8 days bank holidays) Option to buy extra annual leave Flexible working hours Hybrid working Relocation allowance to £8,000 subject to policy Manageable caseloads High quality reflective supervision Health and wellbeing support Access to staff equality and diversity networks To be considered for a position you must have a degree in Social Work or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England.