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Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team (Up to £48,708 per annum)
Location: West Berkshire Council - Flexible/Hybrid WorkingSalary (Including MS): Up to £48,708 + Excellent BenefitsJob Type: Permanent, Full-time
Take Your Social Work Career to the Next Level!Pro Social Partners is proud to partner with West Berkshire Council, an Ofsted-rated 'Good’ authority, to recruit experienced Family Safeguarding Social Workers. Join a council that values, supports, and invests in its workforce to make a real impact on children’s lives.
Why Join West Berkshire?Ofsted-Rated "Good" - With a strong, stable, and child-focused leadership teamGolden Hello Payment - £3,000 after one year in postRetention Bonuses - Up to £3,000 plus a four-week paid sabbatical after three yearsFlexible & Hybrid Working - Achieve a great work-life balanceGenerous Annual Leave - Plus an additional 5 days after 5 years of serviceLocal Government Pension Scheme - Secure your future with a fantastic pensionDedicated Wellbeing Support - Employee Assistance Programme, Blue Light card reimbursement & moreRelocation Package - For those moving from outside a 30-mile radius (subject to eligibility)Regular High-Quality Reflective Supervision - Ensuring the best outcomes for familiesStrong Multi-Disciplinary Support - Work with Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers & Mental Health Practitioners
Your Role in the Family Safeguarding Team:Collaborate with specialist workers to deliver group-based interventions for families.Use a strengths-based approach and motivational interviewing techniques to help families achieve sustained change.Work directly with children to ensure their voices are heard.Take a holistic approach, considering both immediate and extended social circles.Access high-quality reflective supervision within a multi-disciplinary forum.
What We Need From You:Qualified Social Worker - Registered with Social Work EnglandExperience in Managing Risk - Within a caseload of complex casesKnowledge of Relevant Legislation & Policies - To support best practiceStrong Stakeholder Management Skills - Building effective relationships across teamsAbility to Manage Conflict & Disagreement - Ensuring the best outcomes for familiesFull UK Driving Licence & Access to a Car
Join Us & Make a Difference!West Berkshire is committed to continuous improvement and aspires to achieve an 'Outstanding’ Ofsted rating. Be part of a team that is dedicated to strengthening families and transforming children’s lives.
Closing Date: 7th April - Don’t Miss Out!Apply today by sending us your CV and take the next step in your social work career!
Referral Bonus - Earn up to £500!As we are working on behalf of West Berkshire Council, we are offering a referral bonus. Know someone looking for a role? Refer a friend or colleague, and receive up to £500 per successful candidate!
