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- Social Worker (Grade 7): £36,648 - £40,221
- Experienced Social Worker (Grade 8): £40,221 - £44,428
- £2,000 Retention Payment
- Undertake assessments and develop Care & Support Plans for children and families in need of safeguarding and protection.
- Respond to crisis situations, using appropriate interventions to safeguard children at risk.
- Manage complex caseloads, working closely with multi-agency professionals to deliver high-quality support.
- Prepare reports for court proceedings, case conferences, and reviews, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards.
- Advocate for children and families, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met.
- Contribute to a learning culture, sharing skills and mentoring less experienced colleagues.
- Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience, ideally in safeguarding/child protection, but we welcome applications from those with experience in other areas such as Assessment & Intervention.
- Skills: Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.
- Knowledge: A thorough understanding of child protection legislation, policies, and procedures.
- Other Requirements: A full driving licence or ability to travel across Oldham.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working, TOIL (time off in lieu), and hybrid working.
- Financial Benefits:
- £2,000 retention payment.
- £500 essential car user allowance plus mileage (45p per mile).
- Relocation package of up to £8,000.
- Reimbursement of Social Work England registration fees.
- Wellbeing & Development:
- 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) and the option to buy extra days.
- Defined benefit pension scheme.
- Discounted gym membership and staff discount scheme.
- Career progression and comprehensive learning & development programmes.
