Senior Social Worker (Child Protection)

Salary: £42,960-£47,714 (inc local weighting & market supplement)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

Are you looking for a children’s social work role that allows you to work in a less traditional, more forward-thinking and innovative way?

Are you passionate about making a positive and lasting difference to children and young people?

If you like to think outside the box and work in an agile way, these are the qualities that make Slough Children’s Services Trust an employer of choice. We’re currently seeking a Senior Social Worker to join our Child Protection Hub as we work to strengthen our Safe, Secure and Successful model and continue the progress our recent Ofsted inspection was a positive demonstration of.

Senior Social Workers are responsible for undertaking social work on allocated cases and producing outcome-based plans that reflect the needs of and risks to children and their families. They will develop effective relationships with children, young people and their families to improve the impact of work and determine the level of service available.

For this role you will need to be an HCPC registered social worker with a professional social work qualification, or equivalent, and at least two years’ experience.

If you’re looking for a new challenge and want to be part of an exciting journey to turn children’s services around in Slough then come and join us. In return, we can offer you:

• Manageable caseloads
• Training and development opportunities
• Clear career pathways
• Agile working supported by technology
• Flexible working policies
• Friendly working environment and great colleagues.

Slough is one of the most diverse places in the country outside of London and a great place to live or work. In fact it’s the best place to live or work according to a survey by Glassdoor. Pleasant environments, above average salaries and a lower cost of living, mean an increased quality of life for employees. We’re also one of the most accessible places to be, nestled on the corner of the M25, M4 and M40, and less than 20 minutes by train to Central London.

For an informal discussion on any of these roles, please contact Vrushali Pendharkar, Head of Service, on 01753 690417.

Apply Online

If you would like to apply for this post, please use the form below to submit your CV and apply online. Once submitted we will be in touch shortly to discuss your application. If you have any questions, please email recruitment@scstrust.co.uk. The deadline for submitted applications is 5pm on Friday, 12 April.

Good luck!