About the Role
We are recruiting a Social Worker to support our Safeguarding Service.
Responsibilities
- Lead meaningful work with children and families, collaborating closely with partners to deliver high‑quality, integrated support.
- Support families at the right time using a relational and restorative approach, strengthening families and improving outcomes across the whole system.
- Work within the Families First approach and multi‑agency teams, providing timely intervention and consistent, long‑term relationships with families.
Qualifications
- Successfully completed the ASYE (Associate Social Work Experience) programme.
- Experience working with children and families in a safeguarding context.
- Ability to collaborate with police, health and education partners.
Benefits and Flexibility
- Hybrid working arrangement with flexi and remote options.
- Up to one week’s worth of flexi can be carried over, with an allowance of two days a month to take off.
- Culture that recognises the whole person, not just an employee.
- Free parking, excellent transport links, pool car scheme and NHS car fleet scheme.
- Vivup discounts, £12.50 spa days at the Crowne Plaza, discounted gym memberships, 10% off at Mr Mulligan’s, and other wellbeing, lifestyle and financial support offers.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Newcastle City Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to building services that reflect, value and respond to our communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly those whose identities or experiences are currently underrepresented in our workforce. This role involves sensitive and sometimes emotionally demanding work relating to racism and inequity; you will be supported through reflective spaces, supervision and team‑based support tailored to your needs.
How to Apply
For an informal conversation about the role, email cscworkforce@newcastle.gov.uk. To apply online, visit www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select ‘Apply Now’, and complete the online application form. Please ensure you read the supporting documents before submitting. You may be invited to interview before this advert closes.
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