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Our Children's Services has been a key part of our win; we’re so proud of what we’ve achieved not just for the council but for our partners and Barnsley.
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We are an ambitious Local Authority who are committed to continued improvement activity in driving strength based, relational and collaborative practice in our work with children, young people, and their family networks. We want to make sure that we make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people. We’re a council that prioritises Children’s Services, and we want every child in the borough to achieve their full potential, to be safe and happy.
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About the Post:
We're looking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and committed professional part-time social worker to join one of our four Assessment Teams. Co-located with the police at Wombwell Police Station, the Assessment Teams complete assessments with children and families within 40 working days and collaboratively with the family determine the right intervention. Once the plan has been agreed, the family will either close to Children’s Social Care or transfer to the relevant service area, Early Help services or long-term social work teams. The four teams are on a rota for being on duty allocations for one week and then spend three weeks “off duty” and complete and assessments and develop plans for intervention where needed. This is a short-term service with a focus on timely quality assessments which consider need and risk.
We are looking for someone with passion and drive to improve the outcomes and lived experience of children within Barnsley. You will be able to work at pace to ensure decision making is timely. You will know what good looks like and will be confident in working within a performance management framework which supports good outcomes for children.
In return, you will be welcomed into a friendly and nurturing environment, with visible managers, who will support your professional development and help you succeed.
Due to the post being based in a Police Station, the preferred candidate will require level 2 vetting. The south Yorkshire Force Vetting Unit Privacy Notice is available at: https://www.southyorkshire.police.uk/search/?q=vetting, and we are happy to discuss the process involved if you would like any further information about this.
Why it’s great to work in Barnsley:
We will provide you with a comprehensive induction programme, dedicated supervision and a commitment to your learning and development, with a robust Continuous Professional Development programme through our Practice Development Hub.
- A highly competitive social work salary up to £43421 for experienced social workers and £46464 for senior practitioners and we also offer a welcome payment for new employees.
- Small and supportive teams, with permanent team managers
- High quality regular supervision and support and a nurturing management team that encourages learning and development.
- Flexible working
- A commitment to continuous professional development with a strong training and development offer for staff at all levels
- Relocation package
- Good IT support and equipment
- A commitment to health and wellbeing and access to dedicated assistance programme
- Just 4 You Benefits https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/jobs/just4you/
Visit our dedicated webpage to hear from our social workers, our Executive Director, and learn more about the role and Children’s Services:
https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/jobs/childrens-social-worker-jobs-in-barnsley/
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