Join Our Outstanding Locality Services

We’re looking for passionate and committed Enhanced Senior Social Workers to join our exceptional Locality teams.

Wakefield Children’s Services is proud to be rated GOOD by Ofsted with OUTSTANDING leadership. You’ll be joining a stable, ambitious service recognised nationally for high standards and strong support for staff.

What’s expected of you?

As a Enhanced Senior Social Worker in our Locality teams, you will play a crucial role in improving the lives of children and young people. You will work in the area you are responsible for, building strong relationships with families, communities, and partner organisations.

You will be part of small, supportive teams, led by engaged senior managers who champion restorative, relationship-based practice.

What will you be doing?

• Working restoratively with families to assess need and deliver interventions that reduce risk.
• Building meaningful, professional relationships to support children and young people to achieve stability and positive outcomes.
• Working closely with partner agencies, Early Help, and Parent Hubs to support families to make lasting positive change.
• Producing high‑quality assessments and reports, using sound analysis to support good decision‑making.

Why Wakefield Council?

Our bases:

You’ll be based at either:

• Featherstone Town Hall
• Hemsworth (Cedars Business Centre)
  

Both sites are close to motorway networks, making travel easy, and offer:

• Free onsite parking
• A wide range of local amenities within walking distance

Work–life balance & wellbeing:

• Manageable caseloads
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
• Wellbeing support — including coaching, support for carers, and initiatives to promote belonging

Career development:

• Access to a high-quality training and development programme
• Clear routes for fast-track progression through social work grades
• Strong, supportive leadership invested in your professional growth

Benefits:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Discounted and subsidised public transport
• Excellent leisure membership offers, including a free 12‑week programme with a personal trainer
• Retail, entertainment and health/leisure discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme and more

Essential Requirements:

• BA/MA in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, or equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Council for Education & Training in Social Work
• Registration with Social Work England
• Experience working with children and families as a qualified Social Worker
• Strong relationship-building skills with children, families, partners, and colleagues
• Ability to produce high-quality assessments and reports with clear, effective analysis