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Social Worker Childrens Case Management

Employer
Shropshire Council
Location
Shropshire Council Head Office, Shrewsbury
Salary
NJC Band 11 SCP 29-33 plus £15,000.00 Welcome/Retention Payment (Over 2 Years)
Closing date
31 Dec 2024
Reference
6082
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Sector
Local Councils
Job Type
Social work; Children - Qualified
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Pattern
Standard
Hours
Full-Time

Job Details

Shropshire Council’s Children’s Social Care and Safeguarding service is growing. We’re investing in everything from new staff to new ways of working, so that our brilliant teams can do what they do best: care for the children of Shropshire. We believe that when we treat children and young people with respect, love, trust and encouragement, we give children every opportunity to grow. No wonder Ofsted rate us as ‘good’.

We’re committed to growing and investing in our staff, too. Join us, and we’ll support you to make the most of your ambitions, so that you grow and develop as part of a team who share your passion.

Who we’re looking for

Right now, we’re looking for more fantastic children’s social workers, either qualified or soon-to-be-qualified. You’ll enjoy a varied caseload, working with children and families to ensure children are safe and happy in the long-term. We’ll give you every opportunity to hold a family through to permanence, whether that means closure, step down to Early Help, adoption or transfer to the Looked After Children team. Wherever you join us, you’ll thrive in an environment of mutual support and respect, and where best practice is absolutely encouraged.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.

 • £15,000.00 Welcome/Retention Payment £7,500.00 Welcome Payment - £7,500.00 Retention Payment in Year 2.

 • Local government pension scheme.

• Positive and supportive access to visible managers in the office, and online.

• High-quality, regular supervision.

• A restorative, relationship-based practice model with both our clients and staff.

• A warm and nurturing work environment.

• Mutual respect at all levels.

• An excellent training programme.

 • Great opportunities for progression.

• Strong relationships with partner organisations.

• Protected Lieu/TOIL time.

• Flexible and agile working.

• A wide range of support from fellow professionals.

• Free car parking.

• A robust ASYE programme.

• Stable and supportive teams with permanent Team Managers.

• A clear progression framework from ASYE to Director of Children’s Services.

• Fostering Friendly employer.

For further information about this role, please see the attached supporting documentation. 

Supporting Documents for Social Worker Childrens Case Management

Company

About Shropshire Council 
As a council, we’re putting Shropshire on the map because of the way we’re changing ourselves and transforming lives.

As a county, Shropshire already occupies its own privileged place in the hearts of the people who live here. If we’re England’s best-kept secret, we quite like it that way, as we’re a county of hidden gems that we don’t always shout about.

We’re a county of attractive, bustling market towns, each with its own identity crafted over hundreds of years, where you’ll find great pubs and unique little festivals. Situated in the Welsh Marches, the sense of history throughout our countryside and our towns and villages is tangible.

People talk about quality of life. In Shropshire, we live it.
 

Why work for us?

Helping the people of Shropshire live their best lives: this is what we do, and why we all chose to work here.

Shropshire Council is a complex organisation of some 5,700 people. We care for society’s most vulnerable. We help local businesses grow. We educate children and young people in schools and academies. We look after our shared environment now, and for future generations. We encourage people to take part in the democratic process – because we are their council, after all.

We do all this and much, much more besides. 

Whatever we do, we are united around our shared purpose: to help the people of Shropshire to live their very best lives. Join us, and you will too.

We’re a council on a journey. Come with us.

We’re not your typical council. Why? Because we’re not afraid to change. In fact, right now, we’re on a journey that will transform the way we work, the services we deliver – and the lives of our residents. Come with us and see how far you go.

Opportunities, not just jobs.

Our council is all about opportunity: when we help our residents to live their best lives, they open up new opportunities for themselves. It’s the same for your career: you’ll have every opportunity to bring new ideas and new ways of working, and open up opportunities for yourself.

Welcome to Shropshire.

Sensible rents and house prices? Check. Some of the most beautiful countryside in the country? Check. Hidden gems, vibrant places to eat and drink? Check. An hour away from Birmingham and Manchester? Check. Shropshire gives you the work/life balance you’ve been craving.

Truly modern benefits.

We recognise the excellent work our people do, so we’re proud to support colleagues with a whole host of benefits that make a real difference to your health and wellbeing, money and finance, and the way you work.

Enable – supported employment services

We work directly with both job seekers and employers to find the right job for the right person. With over 20 years of experience, we have a proven track record of ensuring that clients find the career path that suits their interests and skills, ultimately providing employers with suitable candidates for the job.
 

Notes for applicants

When you click 'apply', you will be re-directed to Shropshire Council's online application portal.

To submit your application, you will need to login to Shropshire Council jobs portal (this is a separate login to WMJobs).

First time applicants will be asked to register which creates a new account.  

If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please let us know. 

Contact details: resourcing@shropshire.gov.u

 

Company info
Website
Telephone
01743 252780
Location
Human Resources & Development
Shirehall
Abbey Foregate
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6ND
United Kingdom

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