Job Description
- Suffolk County Council
- Address: Bury St Edmunds IP33 3YU, Ipswich IP1 2BX or Lowestoft NR33 0EQ. Hybrid and Community based
- Salary: £38,510 – £42,123 per annum (pro rata for part time), plus, retention payment of up to £4,000 per year (pro rata for part time)
- Hours: 37 per week, flexible working option available
- Contract: Permanent
Suffolk County Council (SCC) is different. We are a modern, flexible, and forward-thinking organisation that’s constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our communities. We are also passionate about providing exceptional care and support to children and young people with disabilities in need of support, protection and those in care.
To provide an outstanding service, our CwD (Children with Disabilities) Social Workers need to be at their best. Here, you will find a supportive atmosphere designed to help you flourish professionally whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
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Join a profession that changes lives. As a CwD Social Worker, you will be part of a regulated, highly skilled team making a positive impact every day. While supporting children and their families, you will help people find solutions, promote their rights, and empower them to thrive. We value the unique experiences and dedication our CwD Social Workers bring, and we are committed to sharing the real, positive stories of social work in our community.
Shaping Careers and Learning
We understand that being a social worker can be a challenging role, which is why we offer:
- regular supervision sessions to provide guidance and assistance
- comprehensive training opportunities to boost your professional skills.
This way, you can be confident in your abilities and provide the best possible care to those in need.
Additional Benefits
- Up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time.
- An uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time.
- 3 protected CPD days per annum.
- Access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of £2,000 for all new social workers moving to Suffolk.
- Free on-site car parking in all council buildings.
- Flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing.
- Detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training.
- Staff networks which are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.
What you will need
- A relevant social work qualification and Social Work England registration
- To hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.
Take a look at what makes our Ideal Worker, shaped by the voices of young people.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profiles below, if you believe you can succeed in this role, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
Discover More
- A day in the life of a Children’s Social Worker.
- Find out about our beautiful county of Suffolk and see what a wonderful place it is to live and work, please visit welcome to Suffolk.
- Further information on what we will offer you.
- Sponsorship for a visa may be available for current UK residents. This role is based in Suffolk.
The team
You’ll join one of our dedicated social work teams within Suffolks County Children and Young People Disability Service – a multi‑disciplinary approach to improving outcomes for children and young people with disabilities across Suffolk.
We work creatively, collaboratively and with compassion, always striving to ensure every child can live their best life.
Hybrid working, community engagement and flexible approaches are all part of how we operate.
Empowering Everyone
We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
For a casual chat about the role please contact Fran Arnold by either calling 01473 264620 or emailing fran.arnold@suffolk.gov.uk
How to apply
Step 1 – Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
Step 2 – Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 – Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word).
- Please describe a situation where you completed an assessment and developed a plan with a child or young person and their family. How did you ensure that their views, strengths and desired outcomes shaped your assessment and intervention, and what difference did your work make?
- Please give an example of a complex situation in which you identified and responded to safeguarding concerns or significant risk involving a child or young person. How did you analyse the information, decide what action was required and work with others to promote the child’s safety and wellbeing?
- Please describe how your knowledge and experience have enabled you to understand and respond to the individual needs of a child or young person with a disability. How did you support their communication, participation and independence while working collaboratively with their family and professional network?
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
Application Link: https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_1004/job/24810
