Location: Newbury, West Berkshire, UK
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary (£): Up to £50,441 per year (Includes a £5k market supplement)
About West Berkshire Council
West Berkshire Council is known for its dedication to improving outcomes for children and families. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, the council strives to enhance services with a focus on child protection and family safeguarding.
Job Details
Benefits
- Competitive salary of up to £50,441, including a £5k market supplement
- Retention package and annual banding pay review
- Visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership roles
- Permanent full-time role with 37 contractual hours
- Annual national pay awards
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience as a social worker
- Expertise in Care Proceedings from Public Law Outline to Final Hearing
- Strong leadership abilities, including mentoring and assessment development
- Experience working with multidisciplinary teams in a Family Safeguarding Model
- Confident in handling complex caseloads
Salary Details
Up to £50,441 per year, including a £5k market supplement, with retention incentives. Annual pay reviews and adjustments are provided until the top salary grade is reached.
About the Role
This role involves supporting the Family Safeguarding Teams to improve outcomes for children and families across West Berkshire. Utilizing a multidisciplinary approach, you will collaborate with Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers, and Mental Health Practitioners to provide effective group-based interventions. As a Senior Social Worker, you will manage a complex caseload, conduct assessments, and contribute to delivering high-quality services, in line with local and national guidelines. This role will also involve leading specialized training and deputizing for the Assistant Team Manager when required. (Keywords: Senior Social Worker, Family Safeguarding, Newbury jobs)
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a complex caseload, including conducting assessments
- Lead professional contributions to government initiatives and local guidance
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for group interventions
- Provide leadership and mentoring to colleagues
- Deputize for the Assistant Team Manager as needed
Equal Opportunities
West Berkshire Council promotes equal opportunity employment and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. They welcome applications from individuals falling within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
