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Locality Social Worker - Children's Services

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Buckinghamshire Council

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United Kingdom , Buckinghamshire, County Wide

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Salary:

43894.00 - 46018.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Are you passionate about improving the lives of children and young people? Do you want to work for an employer who places major importance on high quality supervision, wellbeing and career development? At Buckinghamshire Council we have an opportunity for a high calibre experienced Social Worker to join one of our newly created Locality Hubs. As a children’s social worker, you’ll have the incredible opportunity to shape futures and create lasting positive memories. Your role will be more than a job, it’ll be a chance to be a friend, mentor and advocate. You’ll work closely with children, families, schools, and other professionals to ensure that every child’s unique needs are met. Your empathy, patience and dedication will be the driving force behind meaningful change in their lives.

Job Responsibility:

  • Deliver statutory and targeted early help services to children and young people in need of support, protection, and care
  • Have case holding responsibility
  • Work collaboratively with parents, carers, and multi-disciplinary professionals to develop support, protection, and care plans
  • Undertake statutory social work assessments
  • Establish a rapport and build a relationship with children and young people
  • Monitor and review the impact of support, protection, and care plans
  • Maintain all necessary records and documentation

Requirements:

  • Recognised social work qualification
  • Active Social Work England registration
  • Demonstrable experience in direct work with vulnerable children and young people
  • Experience working in partnership with parents, carers, and multi-disciplinary professionals
  • Working knowledge of relevant legislative, procedural, and theoretical frameworks for working with children and families
What we offer:
  • Market premium of £2,750 per annum
  • Golden Hello payment of £2,125 after one years service (for external candidates only)
  • A fair and inclusive culture
  • Health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
  • A unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
  • Ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career
  • Opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events
  • Flexible and agile working arrangements
  • Discounts on various Cafés, restaurants and shops
  • A generous employer pension contribution in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Discounts on gym memberships
  • Annual leave up to 30 days per year, as well as other types of leave and the opportunity to buy further leave
  • Up to 15 days per year training, learning and development offer
  • Free parking across all of our office sites
  • Relocation packages available

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Expiration:
January 25, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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