Committed to helping children and young people? Us too, come and help us build something special in Wakefield.
We are currently advertising for nine Social Workers within;
Should you have a preference of the team in which you would like to work, please specify this on your application form within the designated area. You may also specify your interest in more than one of the teams. You will need to have completed your ASYE and have further experience in front line teams.
Salary Grade 9, SCP 34 – 37 £31,371 - £33,799
Thriving children in thriving families need exceptional people to support them. In Wakefield we've been working hard to make the changes that will create a strong and sustainable social work service filled with confident, competent practitioners empowered to make a difference.
Our approach is beyond partnership and collaboration, we have real connection with our partners, who are just as committed and energetic about making the necessary changes as we are. There's a truly shared responsibility for success, and a passion and energy from everyone involved, right from the most senior people in the organisations all the way to frontline practitioners.
Being a Social Worker in Wakefield will include all of the challenges and rewards that rapid improvement brings. In return for you bringing your passion, expertise and drive, we offer:
In return we are looking for a Social Worker who can;
Closing Date: 13 December 2019 Midnight
For an informal discussion, please contact Dean Howson at DHowson@wakefield.gov.uk
The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.
Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare and expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.
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Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.