Job Description

Social Worker - Children Services | 30 Hours/Week | Bath & North East Somerset

Company:

Ebenezer Support Ltd

Location:

Keynsham Civic Centre, Market Walk, Bristol, Bath and East Somerset, BS31 1FS

Hours:

30 hours per week

Contract Duration:

01/09/2025 - 28/11/2025

Working Hours:

08:30 - 17:00

Salary:

Competitive rates offered

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced

Social Worker

to join our team working within Bath and North East Somerset Council's Family Support Teams, specializing in

child protection and court work

. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified social worker to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families.

This position is based in one of our Family Support Teams and requires a professional who can handle complex child protection cases and court proceedings. The role offers

hybrid working arrangements

, though the successful candidate must be available to undertake home visits and field work even on non-office days.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of child protection and court work cases Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families Develop and implement safeguarding plans and interventions Represent cases in court proceedings as required Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams Undertake home visits and community-based work Maintain accurate case records and documentation Participate in case conferences and review meetings Apply risk management principles in all aspects of work Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills when working with families

Essential Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration

Minimum 3 years post-qualifying experience within an English Local Authority in a permanent role

Experience in child protection and/or family support work Court work experience preferred

Key Criteria (Mandatory):

Has

NOT

undertaken a permanent post within the Southwest Region in the preceding 3 months Willing to accept

4 weeks notice

from either party (subject to exceptions) Can provide

references from Local Authority

placements that align with DfE guidelines

Skills & Competencies:

Strong assessment and analytical skills Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities IT literate with experience in case management systems Risk management and safeguarding expertise Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Required Documentation

All candidates must submit the following with their application:

Current CV Photo ID Professional references (as per DfE guidelines) Proof of eligibility to work in the UK Criminal Convictions Declaration Signed Confidentiality Agreement

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rates Hybrid working arrangements with flexibility Comprehensive support and supervision Professional development opportunities Manageable caseloads Supportive team environment

Application Process

Reference Number:

RQ1584198

To apply for this position, please submit your CV along with all required documentation. References must be provided alongside your CV as part of the initial application.

Important:

Please ensure you meet all mandatory criteria before applying. Applications that do not meet the essential requirements will not be progressed.

For more information about this role or to discuss your application, please contact Ebenezer Support Ltd.

Ebenezer Support Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough reference verification.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: 14.00-42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Keynsham BS31 1FS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

post-qualifying: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person