Social Worker / Advanced Social Worker - Young Croydon - Grade 11-14 (£44,019 - £52,116) + £10k Welcome Payment
Croydon Council
- Croydon, Greater London
- £44,019-52,116 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Welcome Payment - £10,000
Retention Payment – £2,500Hybrid workingJob PurposeAs a Social Worker in the Young Croydon Service, you will be holding a well-managed case load of young people aged 11-18 where the risk is located predominantly outside of the home. You will work with a passionate and dedicated team of social workers and adolescent workers to help reduce risk in the community and support young people to achieve the potential and move away from those who seek to exploit them. For you, this investment means you will have the opportunity to grow your skills and develop your career as well as make your mark by helping to shape the way we support children and families.Essential RequirementsQualified and registered Social Workers / Advanced Social Workers who are Social Work England registered, and have completed your AYSE
Experienced in making assessments, implementing plans and delivering interventions
Skilled in managing complex cases and competent in presenting cases in court with demonstrable professionalism and empathy
Your experience of working in a statutory setting is desirable however not essentialWhy Join Us
Our team consists of experienced, dedicated practitioners
We meet regularly to make sure everyone we work with has the support and knowledge needed to make a difference and be the difference to our families, communities and colleagues
At Croydon relationships matter and we are about strong partnerships and working together to make lasting positive change
We are an established team who can help you settle in and offer their expertise
You will have the support of an extremely knowledgeable understanding manager
You will have access to a busy, buzzy, committed workforce and work environment
Opportunities to work from home and work flexibly provides you with more work-life balance
Opportunities to think together with your manager about career development
Support to help you grow, develop, learn and leadBenefits
You will be valued for your skills and expertise, supported by the team of experienced professionals, as well as the management at Croydon Council, one of the largest employers in the borough. We also offer:Highly competitive compensation packageAccredited Systemic Practice trainingA range of CPD opportunities29-31 days (grade equivalent) annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase moreA pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 20%Continuing Professional Development – genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your careerManagement development programmesInvestment into your wellbeingAccess to Employee Discount scheme with a range of programmes (Cycle Benefit Scheme, GymFlex, Retail Discounts and more)We promote flexible & hybrid working arrangements where possible to support a healthy work-life balanceClosing date: Monday 6 May 2024 @ 11.59pmDisclaimerCroydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check which allows them to work with children.Additional Information