Come and start your social work career at an Ofsted rated ‘good’ Children and Families Service.
About this opportunity
We have some exciting opportunities for dedicated and qualified Social Workers to be part of our Barrow Support and Protect Teams. We are looking for motivated, hard‑working, and dedicated people to join our teams to help develop and deliver exceptional service to improve outcomes for children and families in Westmorland and Furness.
Join our Social Work Team
About our team
Support and Protect Team
Working with children and families on a short‑ to longer‑term basis, completing assessments and working across the thresholds of Child in Need and Child Protection. Also, for some children where concerns escape, working in the legal framework of pre‑proceedings or within the court arena. The work is varied, and you can make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for Social Workers with a ‘can do’ attitude who are child focused, like to think outside of the box and are creative in their planning with children. We are looking for people who share our vision and ambition and have the ability to inspire the trust and confidence of professionals across a range of agencies. We are keen to recruit those who have successful experience in a similar role and a good knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. If this sounds like you and you share our passion for the service, then apply today!
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.https://careers.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/our-benefits
If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in, and you’re looking for a role where you can make a positive difference in the lives of children in Westmorland and Furness, then please apply today, alternatively if you want an informal chat about the role please contact katie.allison@cumbria.gov.uk
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