Senior Social Worker, Family Support and Safeguarding

Be Part of Our Transformation in Children’s Services at North Somerset Council!

Are you a passionate Social Worker committed to improving children’s lives?

North Somerset Council is undergoing a transformative journey in Children’s Services, and we are looking for a Senior Social Worker to help lead the way. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on the most vulnerable children and families in our community.

The Role: Shaping the Future of Child & Family Support

As a Senior Social Worker, you’ll take on a leadership role within our Family Support and Safeguarding Team, guiding colleagues, mentoring team members, and ensuring the highest standards of care and support. You’ll manage a reduced caseload to focus on these critical responsibilities, providing expertise, advice, and direct support for families with complex needs.

What you’ll do:

• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to your team
• Step in for the team manager when required
• Lead on complex cases, helping families with multiple challenges
• Supervise and support the professional growth of colleagues

This is your opportunity to lead by example, helping shape best practices and ensuring our services remain focused on delivering the best outcomes for children and young people.

About You: Your Skills and Passion

We’re seeking an experienced and compassionate professional who is ready to take the next step in their social work career.

You’ll need to be:

• Qualified & Registered: A registered Social Worker with Social Work England
• Knowledgeable: Strong understanding of key childcare legislation, including ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children’
• Relationship-Driven: Skilled in building trust with children, young people, and families
• Outcome-Focused: Committed to developing partnerships that focus on the best possible outcomes for the families we serve

Your role will be critical in delivering our strengths-based approach, empowering families while ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and support.

Why North Somerset?

North Somerset Council is committed to creating a fair, inclusive, and supportive work environment where you can thrive. When you join us, you’ll be part of a community that values wellbeing, professional development, and work-life balance.

We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to purchase up to 10 additional days 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

If you’re ready to join a team that’s committed to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Click the Apply Now button and submit your application by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

For further details, please contact Shelley Caldwell, Head of Family Support & Safeguarding, on 07824 085762.

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.