JOB-20240819-db742659

Social Worker – Family Help Team 

Location: Hampshire, UK
Pay: £38.00 per hour
Contract: Part Time / Full Time, Ongoing

Join Hampshire County Council as a Social Worker within the Family Help Team, where you’ll deliver early and targeted support to children, young people, and families across the region. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference while enjoying flexibility, ongoing development, and a competitive hourly rate. Whether you prefer part-time or full-time work, this role offers the balance and autonomy you need to thrive.

Perks and Benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose the hours that suit your lifestyle—because your wellbeing matters.

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £38.00 per hour, ensuring your commitment and expertise are well rewarded.

• Professional Development: Access advanced training, reflective practice, and CPD opportunities to support your growth.

• Work-Life Balance: Manage your own workload with flexibility designed to support both personal and professional commitments.

• Community Impact: Contribute to a service that strengthens family resilience and promotes positive change across Hampshire.

What You Will Do

• Conduct high-quality family assessments to identify needs, strengths, risks, and desired outcomes.

• Create outcome-focused Family Plans to support positive change and improve family functioning.

• Deliver targeted early help interventions, including home visits, direct work with children, and solution-focused approaches.

• Identify and respond to early safeguarding concerns, implementing appropriate safety plans and liaising with statutory partners.

• Manage a varied caseload, ensuring consistent visits, planning, and leading Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings.

• Work effectively within a multi-agency network, collaborating with schools, health professionals, and wider community partners.

• Use evidence-based tools in direct work to support emotional, social, and behavioural development in children.

• Maintain high professional and regulatory standards, engaging in reflective practice and contributing to service development.

Skills and Experience Required

• Background in Children’s Social Care, Early Help, Family Support, or Safeguarding.

• Strong assessment, planning, and intervention abilities in complex family situations.

• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

• Ability to build trust and develop positive working relationships with children and families.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.

• Social Work England registration.

• Completion of ASYE (or near completion).

Why Hampshire?

Hampshire offers an exceptional quality of life, combining rich history with modern amenities. Whether you enjoy vibrant towns, tranquil countryside, or relaxing coastal scenery, Hampshire has something for everyone. With thriving communities and beautiful landscapes, it’s the perfect place to advance your career while enjoying an outstanding work-life balance.

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