Advanced Social Worker - Localities Team in South Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire

Job Title: Advanced Social Worker – Localities Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children
Location: South Gloucestershire, UK
Salary: £41.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Part Time / Full Time

Advanced Social Worker within the Localities Team in South Gloucestershire, earning £41.00 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, providing an excellent chance to join an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ Children’s Service committed to improving outcomes for children and young people. This role is ideal for an experienced social worker looking to take the next step in their career while working within a supportive and progressive local authority.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £41.00 per hour, offering flexibility and excellent financial reward.
• Career Development: Access ongoing support, learning opportunities, and career progression within an established team.
• Creative Working Environment: Be part of a service that encourages innovation, new ideas, and strengths-based practice.
• Ofsted-Rated ‘Good’ Service: Join a high-performing team committed to delivering positive outcomes for children and families.
• Supportive Culture: Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and child-focused environment.

What you will do

• Statutory Social Work: Undertake statutory responsibilities within Child Protection, Children in Need, and the early stages of Looked After Children services.
• Safeguarding: Assess, identify, and respond to safeguarding concerns to ensure children are protected from harm.
• Care Proceedings: Contribute to Public Law Outline processes and care proceedings where required.
• Assessment and Planning: Complete comprehensive assessments and develop effective care and support plans.
• Child-Centred Practice: Deliver strengths-based interventions tailored to the individual needs of children and families.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with partner agencies to provide coordinated and effective support.
• Outcome Focused Work: Promote positive and sustainable outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.
• Community-Based Practice: Travel across the local authority area to undertake visits and fulfil statutory duties.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Social Work Qualification: Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration: Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience: Previous experience within Children’s Services, including safeguarding and statutory social work.
• Legislative Knowledge: Strong understanding of child protection legislation, Public Law Outline processes, and safeguarding frameworks.
• Strengths-Based Practice: Experience applying asset and strengths-based approaches in social work.
• Communication Skills: Excellent assessment, report-writing, and relationship-building abilities.
• Driving Licence: Access to a vehicle and ability to travel across the authority area is required.

Why South Gloucestershire

South Gloucestershire offers an excellent quality of life, combining beautiful countryside, thriving communities, and excellent transport links. With a range of cultural attractions, green spaces, and leisure opportunities, it is an ideal place to build a rewarding career while enjoying a balanced lifestyle. The area's welcoming communities and strong commitment to supporting children and families make it a fantastic place to live and work.

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Take the next step in your social work career and join the Localities Team in South Gloucestershire with Sanctuary Personnel.