Senior Social Worker, Children with Disabilities Team

Shape the Future with North Somerset Council!

Are you a passionate, experienced Social Worker ready to make a real difference? North Somerset Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join our dedicated Children with Disabilities Team. This is a chance to take on a leadership role, mentoring colleagues, and improving the lives of some of the most vulnerable children in our community.

Why North Somerset Council?
Our Children’s Services are on an exciting journey of transformation, and this is your opportunity to be a part of that growth. We’re committed to ensuring our children and young people thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment, and we need talented professionals to help us achieve that goal.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Social Worker, you will be an integral part of our Children with Disabilities Team, providing high-level support and guidance while managing a reduced caseload.

You will:

• Lead by Example: Provide expert advice, mentoring, and technical support to colleagues, ensuring that high standards of care and practice are maintained.
• Support Families: Work directly with families with complex needs, using a strengths-based approach to build trust and improve outcomes.
• Drive Innovation: Help shape our services through innovative practices that meet the unique needs of children with disabilities.
• Lead on Complex Cases: Offer professional consultation on complex cases, stepping in for the team manager when required.
• Develop Talent: Supervise and support the professional development of team members, driving continuous improvement.

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

What We're Looking For

To excel in this role, you’ll need:

• Professional Registration: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience & Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of childcare legislation, safeguarding practices, and fostering regulations.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to mentor, supervise, and lead teams in a collaborative and supportive manner.
• Commitment to Outcomes: A passion for working with children and families to improve their lives and safeguard their well-being.

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we believe in investing in our people.

We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• A supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment
• The chance to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave
• Access to our dedicated Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? Click the Apply Now button and submit your application before 11:59 PM on 31st December 2024. Please ensure you detail how you meet the essential criteria in the online application form.

For further information about the role, please contact Mike Brown, Interim Head of Children with Disabilities, on mike.brown@n-somerset.gov.uk.

Important Information

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated.  We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave.  We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.