Social Workers - Essex County Council

Join Our Team as a Social Worker

We are currently seeking dedicated Social Workers to become valued members of our team at Essex County Council. Exciting opportunities await in the following teams:

• Assessment and Intervention Team
• Family Support & Protection Team

At Essex County Council, we recognize the significance of flexibility and wellbeing for our colleagues in children's Social Care. To adapt to these needs, we have introduced a nine-day working fortnight for full-time frontline Social Workers within Children’s services.

Are you ready to make a real impact on young lives as part of an exceptional social work team? Look no further! Our Children in Care team in West Essex is far from ordinary - it's a supportive environment where innovation flourishes, and every team member is valued.

Here's What Makes Us Stand Out:

1. Unwavering Support: Our experienced managers are committed to providing you with top-notch supervision every step of the way. Additionally, our team fosters a culture of daily ad-hoc support because we believe in working together.

2. A Systemic Approach: At Essex County Council, we tackle social work challenges from a systemic perspective, recognizing the complexities faced by children and young people. We collaborate to address these issues effectively.

3. Strengths and Trauma-Informed Practice: Our approach is centered on strengths-based, relationship-based, and trauma-informed practice. We empower our Social Workers to bring about genuine positive change.

4. Top-Notch Training: Access outstanding training and development opportunities through the Essex Social Care Academy (ESCA). We are dedicated to supporting your professional growth.

Requirements:

• A recognized social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England.
• Continued professional development aligned with relevant competency frameworks.
• Experience in navigating challenging social and family situations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with diverse groups.
• Building robust relationships with partners and the community to achieve common objectives.
• Understanding the balance between cost-effective interventions and meeting needs.
• Demonstrated ability in clear decision-making to manage potential risks associated with interventions.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families in Essex. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team!