Senior/Experience Social Worker (Childrens) (Grade 9)

Who You Are

An experienced and qualified social worker who is passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable young people and families. You are an innovative and creative professional, proud of your work and dedicated to making a difference through relationship-based social work. Your experience in working with children and families allows you to reflect and think creatively about building relationships that foster positive change. A registered professional with Social Work England, you are committed to ongoing learning and development within a supportive and rewarding environment.

What the job involves

As a member of the Family Safeguarding South Somerset team, you will work collaboratively with adult-focused practitioners to access intervention and advice in substance misuse, domestic abuse, and mental health. You will utilize expertise in child exploitation from the CE team and manage a manageable caseload that supports direct work with children and families in a strengths-based way. You'll receive support from permanent team managers and consultant social workers through regular and reflective supervision. You will engage with parents, the wider family network, and the whole system to support change, working flexibly from the office in Yeovil three days a week, with travel required across the rural area.

Skills

• Qualified and registered with Social Work England
• Experience working with children and families
• Relationship-building and communication
• Creative and reflective thinking
• Understanding of substance misuse, domestic abuse, and mental health
• Proficient in managing caseloads
• Flexible and adaptive working arrangements
• Strong focus on systemic and relationship-based practice
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle