Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join our team covering the picturesque district of the Staffordshire Moorlands, in one of our Assessment & Staying Together Teams based in Staffordshire Moorlands.
Our Social Workers make a huge difference to the lives of people across our county. They take pride in supporting children and families and we’re equally proud to help them give their best in whatever ways we can.
That is why you can expect everything from agile and flexible working options to exceptional learning and development if you join our team. Working with us means collaborating across our different teams, sharing best practice, knowledge, and experience to continually improve the way we do things.
We have a small but supportive and welcoming team with excellent relationships with district colleagues in Early Help, SEND, Education, Children with Disabilities and we are co‑located with our Children in Care and Care Leavers Team. We embed a restorative model and are committed to ensuring every child is supported through a whole district approach. Dedicated PA support is provided so you can spend more time doing the work that matters most.
Career progression is supported through a framework that includes the Practice Educator Programme, Aspiring Social Work Practice Lead and Aspiring Team Manager programmes, and strong links within the West Midlands teaching partnership.
Main Responsibilities
You will be working with families across the continuum of need from Child in Need, Child Protection, Children in Care, through to the conclusion of Care Proceedings and Adoption planning.
- Completing statutory duties in coordinating the child’s plan, reviewing and ensuring children are seen and heard.
- Undertaking section 47 investigations.
- Placing children into Local Authority care when it is agreed they can no longer remain at home.
- Completing private law reports and public law proceedings.
- Referring into centralised services for specialist support.
- Liaising with all key agencies and making necessary referrals.
- Working closely with Early Help colleagues.
- Uploading visits, child plans and assessments in a timely manner in line with the Local Authority’s recording policy.
Qualifications and Experience
Professional social work qualification and Social Work England registration are required.
Ideal candidate will have:
- Experience of direct work with children and families.
- Experience working in a multi‑agency environment.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to meet clear deadlines.
- Flexible approach to work and ability to work well in a fast‑paced environment.
- Desire to work with children and families to give them the right support at the right time with the aim of keeping families together where it is safe to do so.
Driving is a key part of the role; you must have a current UK driving licence, a vehicle and be a confident driver covering both short and long distances.
Benefits
Additional benefits include a competitive salary, rewards and benefits, and support for professional development.
EEO and Recruitment
Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities. The post is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Contact and Interview
For more information and an informal chat please contact Karen Schulp on 01782 297810 or karen.schulp@staffordshire.gov.uk. Interviews will take place w/c 20th July 2026.
Please note: The minimum essential criteria in the ideal candidate section detailed above will be used if you are applying under one of our Interview Guarantee Schemes.
Recruitment Process: Applications are anonymised during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.
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