Social Worker – Children & Family Social Care (ASYE)
We are looking to recruit highly motivated, enthusiastic, and committed professional social workers at all levels to support vulnerable children and families in Barnsley.
Job Details
- Full‑time role, 37 hours per week.
- Minimum three days a week in the office; flexible working arrangements considered where continuity of care can be maintained.
- Permanent contract.
- Salary: £37,280 – £49,282 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience, plus a welcome payment.
- Career grade depends on qualification and experience.
Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will involve supporting children and families by developing strong relationships, conducting assessments, applying evidence‑based interventions, and preparing timely decisions and plans to achieve positive outcomes. You will work within a strength‑based, relational model and will be part of a supportive team that encourages learning and development.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Speak English to an appropriate standard.
- Enhanced DBS check.
- Will be required to start work with all necessary legal documents, such as a valid visa. The council does not have a Home Office licence and cannot sponsor visa applicants.
- If currently living overseas or have lived overseas in the last five years, you must obtain an overseas criminal records check. Email dbs@barnsley.gov.uk if you have difficulty.
Benefits
- Highly competitive social work salary up to £49,282 for experienced practitioners and a welcome payment for new employees.
- High‑quality regular supervision, support, and a nurturing management team that encourages learning and development.
- Flexible working.
- Commitment to continuous professional development with a strong training and development offer for staff at all levels.
- An ASYE programme designed to support newly qualified practitioners through their first year in practice.
- Relocation package.
- Good IT support and equipment.
- Commitment to health and wellbeing and access to a dedicated assistance programme.
- “Just 4 You” benefits (https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/jobs/just4you/).
Contact
- For vacancies in the Children and Young People teams: Keren Martin – kerenmartin@barnsley.gov.uk.
- For vacancies in the Assessment and Joint Investigation team: Laura Lycett – LauraLycett3@barnsley.gov.uk.
- For vacancies in the Children in Care teams: Ben Egginton – BenEgginton@barnsley.gov.uk or Emma Walsh – emmawalsh1@barnsley.gov.uk.
Application
CVs are not accepted for this role. When applying, be prepared to demonstrate how you meet the required criteria. If you would like to discuss flexible working arrangements or have support needs during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and those with past convictions. We are committed to fairness, non‑discrimination, and inclusion. (Equal Opportunity Employer, UK)
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