AddressA new and exciting role has been invested in and developed, creating an opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to share their practice experience and shape the practice of others.
About the role
You will support the development of those colleagues who are in the early stages of their Social Work career. Whatever route our colleagues chose to take into Social Work, we take seriously the need to offer high support to students and newly qualified Social Workers.
You will also influence the learning and development offer to the wider children’s services workforce. This will be through a variety of different means, such as 1-1 mentoring, small group learning or running training courses. The options are endless, and we would be looking to you to bring your best thinking for how this offer can be shaped and grow into something enviable!
This permanent post will shape the future of Social Work in North Somerset.
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
About you
- You must be an experienced, qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Have a passion about sharing learning and driving up practice standards.
- Be able to offer high quality support and challenge to colleagues.
- Have strong foundations in relationship-based practice.
- Be effective both as a team player and the ability to work autonomously.
- Be willing to push and stretch yourself and lead on new practice initiatives
Why North Somerset?
We understand working for a local authority is more than just a job. We want to ensure our employees remain passionate about what they do and enjoys their time at North Somerset. Whether that means you want training and development opportunities or a flexible working arrangement to fit around family commitments, we will work with you to ensure you are getting the best out of your employment.
Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance with the option to purchase up to an additional 10 days per year. Further details can be found in the attached booklet.
Want to know more and apply?
For an informal discussion, please contact Jo Ratcliffe, Head of Service on 07385 430554.
Anticipated interview date: Thursday 18 April 2024
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Somerset Council – Open, Fairer, Greener.
Please note: We are currently only accepting applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.
