Suffolk County Council is on the lookout for Social Workers with experience in providing care and support to children and young people. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Suffolk County Council, located in the East of England, serves the county of Suffolk. As the governing body for the region, it is responsible for a wide range of local services and functions, including education, transportation, social services, public health, and environmental management. The council works to enhance the quality of life for residents by promoting sustainable development, providing support and care for vulnerable populations, and fostering economic growth. Governed by elected councillors, Suffolk County Council aims to deliver efficient and effective services that meet the needs of its diverse communities.
Position: Children’s Newly Qualified Social Worker
Salary: £32,076 per annum (rising to £34,834 per annum) (pro rata for part time)
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Ipswich, UK
About the Role
When you join the Children and Young Peoples Service as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW), the council will support your development from the start. The council will help you to play to your strengths, diversify your skills and build an influential and impactful career. With a variety of career paths and learning opportunities to explore, if you are motivated and passionate there’s no limit to how far your ambition could take you.
At Suffolk County Council, they are passionate about providing the highest quality care and support to children and young people in need. That’s why they are looking for flexible and highly motivated Newly Qualified Social Workers to join their teams. They believe that a healthy work-life balance is essential to providing good quality care, which is why they have created a positive environment where you will be fully supported to achieve your goals and reach your full potential during your Assessed and Support Year in Employment (ASYE).
Qualifications
- You will need a relevant social work qualification and Social Work England registration.
Benefits
- Sponsorship for a Health and Care Worker visa may be available for current UK residents
- You will have the commitment and full support from our management team and colleagues within the service to ensure you achieve your goals and get the best out of your ASYE
- Protected development and time for reflection, regular supervision with your Practice Manager, including ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and PDP (Personal Development Plan) to enable professional growth and a reduced caseload (from 15 cases in the first 6 months)
- Clinical supervision by a seasoned professional. This does not only benefit your personal wellbeing but directly affects the experience of the children and young people within our care.
- Up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time
- An uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time
- 3 protected CPD days per annum
- Access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of £2,000 for all new Social Workers moving to Suffolk
- Free on-site car parking in all council buildings
- Flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
- Detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training
- Staff networks which are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
Application Process
Interested and qualified individuals should kindly CLICK HERE to learn more about the role and to apply
Application Deadline
June 30, 2024