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Form of workJoin our dedicated health and social welfare team as a Social Worker on Ascension Island with its stunning beaches and natural environment. Live and work on a unique tropical island while making a real difference to people’s lives.
Apply now for an unforgettable adventure and unique opportunity that is certainly too good to miss!
Social Worker
Ascension Island
- Full time
- 2-year accompanied status contract (partner and children can come with you)
- Total package value up to a maximum of £40,692 pa – details below
Please Note: Applicants must be authorised or in possession of a visa to transit via the UK or South Africa.
What we offer
In addition to an annual salary of £26,825 (taxable on Ascension), the role attracts a two-year accompanied status contract (partner and children can come with you) and the following benefits:
- Rent-free furbished accommodation worth £3,000 pa (taxable benefit)
- An accompanied status food allowance £7,200 pa or £3,600 pa if single (taxable benefit)
- An electricity allowance paid in kind worth £938 pa
- A water allowance worth £2,729 accompanied or £1,360 single status per year)
- Relocation costs for your personal effects from your home country and assistance with shipment of a vehicle
- One mid-contract return journey to your country of recruitment
- A gratuity payable on the successful completion of a 2-year contract
- 30 days’ annual holiday (with 9 days public holidays paid in addition to salary)
- Free primary dental and medical care
- Free schooling for children from 4 up to 16 years
- Free annual travel insurance
About the role
The Ascension Island Government is currently looking for a passionate, suitably qualified and experienced Social Worker to work within the island community.
You’ll work within the community to provide a proactive and comprehensive Social Work service, operating in line with the statutory duties and responsibilities of the Ascension Island Government, and with strict adherence to agreed policies, procedures and best practice. The work includes direct case work with children, families and adults, as well as providing advice and expertise to the Ascension Island Safeguarding Children’s Board.
What you’ll do
As the only Social Worker on Ascension Island, the post holder will be required to provide support to people from varied cultural and social backgrounds. The role requires the Social Worker to work independently, using their own initiative, leading on Safeguarding issues and be the statutory welfare provision for the island in conjunction with partner agencies.
The post holder will be a key member of the Ascension Island Safeguarding Children Board and take the lead on relevant policy development. The Social Work role will be guided by the changing needs of the population of Ascension. Taking a community-led approach; the post holder will continue to develop the Social Work role to meet the distinct needs of the community on Ascension.
What you’ll bring
To be successful, you will hold an approved Social Work England (SWE) qualification and be registered with the SWE (or equivalent).
You should have experience of developing relationships with individuals within diverse communities.
You will be passionate about trauma-informed, community and relationship-based approaches, be accessible and present whilst also being able to manage and maintain professional boundaries in a small island community.
The appointment will be subject to:
- Satisfactory employment references
- Enhanced Criminal Records Check
- Satisfactory Medical Clearance
Closing date: 24 March 2024
Interviews: week commencing 2 April 2024 (via video call if off island)
How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form.
Applicants must be authorised or in possession of a visa to transit via the UK or South Africa.
Other suitable skills and experience include Social Worker, Island Social Worker, Remote Social Work Practitioner, Tropical Community Social Worker, Safeguarding Specialist, Community Welfare Advocate, , Support Worker, Family Support Worker, Child Protection Officer, Remote Area Social Services Coordinator, Community Development Social Worker, Overseas Social Work Opportunity
