Social Worker
- Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid
- £34,834 - £38,223 per annum pro rata
- Plus retention payment of up to £4,000 per year pro rata
- 27 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Fixed term or Secondment until 31 March 2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Suffolk County Council (SCC) Recruitment, Assessment and Matching Team as a Social Worker, working from Endeavour House, Ipswich.
Are you empowered by being a part of a team, recruiting and assessing potential Foster Carers and Adopters to ensure Suffolk’s Looked after Children are supported to reach their full potential.
Here in Suffolk, we are proud to have created an environment where social workers can achieve the outcomes, they came into the profession to do.
We were recognised as one of leading social work authorities in the UK, whose children’s services are rated as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, "Services for children are of an exceptionally high standard. They are child-focused and make a positive difference to children`s lives." (Ofsted, 2019). We have a well embedded practice framework to enable meaningful family focused help. ‘Signs of Safety’ enables us to do this respectfully and in collaboration with all the families, colleagues, and organisations we are working with.
Your role and responsibilities
You will:
- support the recruitment of potential Foster Carers and Prospective Adopters
- undertake Fostering Form F assessments – Support and training will be provided
- complete transferring Foster carer assessments
- co-deliver Skills to Foster Training and Fostering Information Evenings.
You will need
- a relevant social work qualification
- Social Work England registration.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don`t meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The team operates a county-wide service focused on recruiting, assessing, and approving Foster Carers, as well as supporting long-term placement matching. Known for its supportive and friendly atmosphere, the team is committed to continuously improving practices to meet children`s needs. Despite a busy workload, team members share a passion for fostering and bring creative ideas to their work. Our collective goal is to approve and support Foster Carers who can make a positive difference in the lives of children in care.
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
- 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.
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
Please contact Helena Chammings for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01284 758959 or emailing: [email protected]
If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP.
- You should use the Supporting Statement template.
- Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or: [email protected]
Closing date: 11.30pm, 28 August 2024.
Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
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