The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.Job detailsJob details Job reference VAC007394 Date posted 02/09/2025 Application closing date 16/09/2025 Location B Bond - West Wing Smeaton Road Hotwells Bristol BS1 6XN Salary BG7: £26,824 - £28,142 Package Pension Scheme Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Social Care AttachmentsChildren's Social Care Assistant x3 Job descriptionFull Time, PermanentWe are looking for permanent, full time Children’s Social Care Assistants. You will need a talent for administration and an interest in working with children and families, to take up the opportunity to join the Children in Care and Post 16 Services located within B Bond. Working within the Children in Care or Post 16 Service as part of a team alongside Social Workers, Personal Advisors, Engagement Workers and Family Support Workers you will be providing services to children who are in care or care leavers.For those considering a career in Children’s Social Care this is an exciting first step, and it’s an opportunity to work within Social Care to develop a strong foundation of the support and services we offer.You will need strong organisation and administrative skills, and the capacity to work under pressure. You will have good communication skills and an ability to use initiative to support the work of the team, these are essential qualities.Key skills necessary are being able to use spreadsheets, upload performance information and data onto a database, administer basic finance processes, and take minutes at meetings. The role can occasionally include some direct work with children and their families but please not this is primarily an administrative role.Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.Why Bristol City Council?At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.How do I apply?If you share our and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification or alternatively, please contact Cat Simpson on 0117 9223152 or Paul Jefferson on 0779 509 1301.Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, we are therefore committed to ensuring diversity in our hiring process. We welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young people, Black and racially minoritised and LGBTQ+ candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.The personal information section (including your name) you’ll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.Job title Children's Social Care Assistant x3 Job reference VAC007394 Date posted 02/09/2025 Application closing date 16/09/2025 Location B Bond - West Wing Smeaton Road Hotwells Bristol BS1 6XN Salary BG7: £26,824 - £28,142 Package Pension Scheme Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Social Care Attachments Job descriptionFull Time, PermanentWe are looking for permanent, full time Children’s Social Care Assistants. You will need a talent for administration and an interest in working with children and families, to take up the opportunity to join the Children in Care and Post 16 Services located within B Bond. Working within the Children in Care or Post 16 Service as part of a team alongside Social Workers, Personal Advisors, Engagement Workers and Family Support Workers you will be providing services to children who are in care or care leavers.For those considering a career in Children’s Social Care this is an exciting first step, and it’s an opportunity to work within Social Care to develop a strong foundation of the support and services we offer.You will need strong organisation and administrative skills, and the capacity to work under pressure. You will have good communication skills and an ability to use initiative to support the work of the team, these are essential qualities.Key skills necessary are being able to use spreadsheets, upload performance information and data onto a database, administer basic finance processes, and take minutes at meetings. The role can occasionally include some direct work with children and their families but please not this is primarily an administrative role.Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.Why Bristol City Council?At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.How do I apply?If you share our and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification or alternatively, please contact Cat Simpson on 0117 9223152 or Paul Jefferson on 0779 509 1301.Bristol City Council strives to have a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, we are therefore committed to ensuring diversity in our hiring process. We welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young people, Black and racially minoritised and LGBTQ+ candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.The personal information section (including your name) you’ll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.
