Job Introduction
We are looking for an experienced social worker to come and join our Children in Care Team here in Dudley. This is our last social worker vacancy so you will be part of a whole permanent work force in the Children in Care service area. If you are looking for the challenge of being a corporate parent to young people in care and can be driven about best outcomes and building good relationships with young people then this is the job for you.
Hours: 37 per week
Salary: Grade 9 to Grade 10 - grade and salary subject to experience
Working for Dudley you will receive:
* Manageable case loads
* A comprehensive learning and development package
* High quality professional supervision
* Supportive and collaborative team working
* Excellent progression opportunities
* A significantly streamlined IT system allowing more time away from admin and more time to work with children and their families
Minimum Requirements:
We require social workers with 1 year post qualifying only. Candidates who have not completed their ASYE programme will not be considered for this vacancy.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.
We aim to create an inclusive working environment where everyone can achieve a healthy work/life balance. We are serious about our responsibility for personal and professional development and look to ensure that staff are equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience to succeed.
Security and support at work:
* A competitive salary package, including a career progression scheme
* A range of flexible working options, including flexitime and home-working, dependent on service requirements
* A generous holiday allowance and special leave provisions
* The Local Government Pension Scheme
* A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
* Bullying and Harassment and Dignity at Work policies
Your professional future:
We invest in our staff, to enable them to develop personal and professional skills and progress in their Social Work Career. All new employees receive a comprehensive induction, training and development programme, with regular opportunities to update their skills and achieve their full potential.
We welcome fresh thinking, recognise real talent and encourage innovation and ingenuity. We train staff at all levels and have a huge range of training opportunities.
Application Process:
If you have been qualified as a Social Worker less than 12 months, or have not yet completed your ASYE programme, and are interested in working at Dudley Children’s Services, please contact our Centre for Professional Practice.
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk
Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy.
Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness.
N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.
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