Children's Social Worker and Senior Social Worker MASH

• Suffolk County Council
• Address:Landmark House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 5PB. Onsite work
• Salary:38510 - 48607 per annum (pro rata for part time) plus retention payment of up to 4000 per year (pro rata for part time)
• Hours:Full time or part timehours available
• Contract:Permanent

Job roles available:

• Social Workers:38510 - 42123 per annum plus 4000 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)
• Senior Social Workers:42872 - 48607per annum plus 3500 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)

Suffolk County Council (SCC) is a modern flexible and forward-thinking organisation committed to helping every child in Suffolk live their best life. As part of our Integrated Front Door youll work in a fast-paced multi-agency environment alongside colleagues from social care police health and education helping to ensure children and families receive the right support at the right time.

Join a profession that changes lives.

As a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker youll play a key role in identifying risk making informed decisions and coordinating effective responses for children and families across Suffolk. We value the expertise commitment and professional curiosity our social workers bring and offer a supportive environment where you can develop your career while making a real difference every day.

Are you ready to reimagine what your social work career could be

As a Social Workerwith us you will enjoy a dynamic work environment where your ideas are valued your potential is nurtured and your work makes a tangible difference.

• Hear from our staff about our Social Work teams.
• Find out more about Social Work within SCC Children and Young Peoples Services.

Shaping Careers and Learning

We understand that being a social worker can be a challenging role which is why we offer:

• regular supervision sessions to provide guidance and assistance
• comprehensive training opportunities to boost your professional skills
• a structured career Progression Schemeto foster your growth.

This way you can be confident in your abilities and provide the best possible care to those in need.

Additional Benefits

• Up to 29days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum pro rata for part time.
• An uplift of 3 additional annual leave days pro rata for part time.
• 3 protected CPD days per annum.
• Access to a relocation package of up to 8000 a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of 2000 for all new social workers moving to Suffolk.
• Free on-site car parking in all council buildings.
• Flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing.
• Detailed induction programme including mandatory Signs of Safety training.
• Staff networks which are open to staff councillors and partners that share similar characteristics life experiences values and beliefs.

What you will need

• A relevantsocial work qualificationand Social Work Englandregistration
• To hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.

Take a look at what makes our Ideal Worker shaped by the voices of young people.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profiles belowifyou believe you can succeed in this role please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Discover More

• A day in the life of a Childrens Social Worker.
• Find out about ourbeautiful county of Suffolkand see what a wonderful place it is to live and work please visitwelcome to Suffolk.
• Further information onwhat we will offer you.
• Sponsorship for avisamay be available for current UK residents. This role is based in Suffolk.

The team

At Suffolk County Council we aspire for every child to live their best life.

The Integrated Front Door is a fast-paced multi-agency environment bringing together professionals from across the partnership including social care police health and education to ensure concerns are responded to quickly consistently and effectively.

Youll be part of a service that:

• Supports early decision-making and earlier help
• Works within a shared safeguarding framework and statutory duties
• Promotes joined-up high-quality responses for children and families
• Plays a key role in Suffolks Families First approach.

This is an office-based role five days per week. We believe that being together matters. Visible leadership supports better decision-making stronger oversight professional development and a culture where practitioners feel supported to do their best work.

Take a look at what makes our Ideal Worker shaped by the voices of young people:find out more.

Empowering Everyone

Werebig believers in potentialpossibilityand the power of different searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want torepresentthe diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown inourWorkforce Equality Report.

For more information

For an informal conversation please contact either Milly Clarkeby either calling or emailing or Sean Segalby either calling or emailing

How to apply

Step 1 -Read theJob and Person Profile (JPP):

• Social Worker JPP
• Senior Social Worker JPP

Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template (Word).

Social Woker application questions:

1. Describe a situation where you had to analyse complex or conflicting information to make an important decision about a child or familys needs. How did you reach your decision and what impact did it have
2. The Integrated Front Door relies on effective partnership working. Please tell us about a time when you worked with multiple agencies to achieve a positive outcome for a child young person or family. What challenges did you encounter and how did you overcome them
3. Working within the Integrated Front Door requires the ability to manage competing demands and make timely decisions. Please describe how you organise and prioritise your workload when faced with multiple urgent concerns.
   

Senior Social Woker application questions:

1. Describe a situation where you had to analyse complex or conflicting information to make an important decision about a child or familys needs. How did you reach your decision and what impact did it have
2. The Integrated Front Door relies on effective partnership working. Please tell us about a time when you worked with multiple agencies to achieve a positive outcome for a child young person or family. What challenges did you encounter and how did you overcome them
3. Please provide an example of how you have supported coached supervised or provided professional guidance to colleagues. How did your involvement improve practice decision-making or outcomes for children and families

Please note:Without a supporting statement your interest will not be supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application please seeourHow to Apply page.

We value authentic applications thatshowcaseyour genuine skills and experiences so we encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the process. You can also readourUsing AI in Your Application and Interview guidanceto understand acceptable and unacceptable use of AI. If AI is used inappropriately your application may not be progressed.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to applyIf you are disabled and/or haveadditionalsupport needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team by either emailingor calling. You can find examples ofpossible adjustmentsonourReasonable Adjustment pages. Ifyoureinvited to the next stageyoullhave another chance to request adjustments.

Closing date:11.30 pm 1 November 2026.

Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

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