Social Worker (Childrens) (Grade 10)
Somerset Council
Who You Are
You are a compassionate and dedicated professional committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You are skilled at building partnerships with families, communities, and other professionals to create supportive networks for children. You are driven to assess needs, plan interventions, and deliver support to foster safe, stable, and nurturing environments.
What the Job Involves
This role is based in the Sedgemoor Assessment Team within the Children and Young People’s Social Care Team. You will provide services to children in need, including those with disabilities, children subject to Child Protection Plans, and children who are “Looked After” and Care Leavers. The role requires close collaboration with multi-agency partnerships. As a qualified Social Worker, you will adhere to professional standards set by Social Work England and be responsible for providing case management and statutory services to children and young people in need.
Skills
- Understanding of child welfare and protection
- Ability to assess and plan interventions
- Collaboration with multi-agency partners
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of professional social work standards