This is an exciting time to join Barnsley Children and Family Social Care. Working in partnership to achieve better outcomes for our most vulnerable children, we recognise the key position that Advanced Practitioners hold in our teams and are seeking to develop this role by expanding the number of Advanced Practitioners across our Children and Young People’s Service.
A key role within our teams, Advanced Practitioners have a varied balance of;
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Supporting and mentoring Newly Qualified Social Workers
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Practice development and driving best practice in teams
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A manageable reduced caseload
Our vision in Children's Services is clear –
Barnsley a place of possibilities:
We are one service with one goal, working together to build a brighter Barnsley for every child
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Putting Children and Families First
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Working together in partnership to deliver joined up care
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Delivered by a strong and valued workforce
Our vision and genuine commitment to supporting our teams and social workers to deliver the very best outcomes for our children and young people, makes it the perfect time for forward thinking, motivated and dedicated practitioners to join us in Barnsley. In Barnsley we believe in working collaboratively with our families and are excited about becoming a signs of safety local authority. When you join us, you can come on this exciting journey with us and have access to a full suite of development and training opportunities.
Who are we looking for?
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You will be self motivated and innovative in your intervention with families
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You will have experience of working in statutory children’s social work, of driving plans for our most vulnerable children within the child protection and court arena
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You will be committed to supporting and developing teams and workers, with experience of mentoring students, NQSW’s or colleagues
In return we offer:
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Supportive induction
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A reduced caseload
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A robust training and development plan, with a focus on your development
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A dedicated practice development team
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Opportunities for career progression
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Small, friendly, welcoming teams
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Free on-site parking
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Welcome Payment
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Supportive management, with regular reflective supervision
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Flexible working with IT systems to support this
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JUST4YOU employee benefits and wellbeing package https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/jobs/just4you/
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Additional financial incentives for Practice Educators
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Payment of SWE registration fees
Please contact Rebecca Parkes, Team Manager, on rebeccaparkes@barnsley.gov.uk or Louise Danks, Principal Social Worker on 07918 336128 for more information or to answer any queries that you may have about the role. We look forward to speaking with you.
There are lots of great things about working for Barnsley Council, but don’t just take our word for it. Visit our dedicated webpage to hear from our social workers, our Executive Director, and learn more about the role and Children’s Services: www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/jobs/social-worker-jobs/.