Social Worker - Children in Care

A local authority in Herefordshire is seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join its Children & Young People in Care Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate professional to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people, working within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will bring their knowledge and experience to a team committed to improving outcomes for children in care. Working closely with multi-disciplinary colleagues, the Social Worker will ensure that the voice of the child is central to all decision-making.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a local authority on a journey of improvement, with a strong focus on restorative practice and relationship-based social work.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, child-centred social work practice
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and partner agencies
• Ensure safeguarding and care planning is robust and timely
• Promote the voice and lived experience of children in care
• Contribute to a positive team culture and continuous service improvement

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent)
• Registered with Social Work England
• Experience in statutory children's social care
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Ability to work effectively in a team and build strong professional relationships

Benefits Include:

• £5,000 market supplement (annually)
• £10,000 welcome payment for experienced social workers
• Up to £10,000 relocation support
• 31 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays), with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days
• Flexible working arrangements including flexi-time, job-share, part-time, and home working
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Funded professional development and career progression pathways
• Payment of professional registration fees
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to retail, leisure, holiday, and health discounts

About the Authority

The local authority has invested significantly in training and development, working in partnership with Leeds City Council to embed a relational practice model.

The Children & Young People in Care Team is known for its supportive culture, strong team ethos, and focus on staff wellbeing. Regular supervision, recognition of good practice, and opportunities for progression are all part of the working environment.

To apply or find out more, If you are interested in this role please apply to this job advert or should you wish to discuss other opportunities, permanent / locum, please contact Penny Cronje on 07563 570049 or email a CV to penny.cronje@csltd.org.uk

About Connect2SocialWork

Connect2SocialWork is wholly owned by Kent County Council. In addition to our links with KCC, we have managed services in place with Hampshire County Council, Luton Borough Council, Surrey County Council, Dudley Metropolitan Council and Dorset Council. We also provide available work with the majority of the local authorities

Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.