Social work jobs Senior Social Worker x 2

We know social workers are amazing people – working in challenging circumstances to deliver the best support to help children and families thrive. It requires a variety of skills including patience, empathy, advocacy, communication, and passion.

We know that when we get it right at the front door - children get the right service at the right time which improves their outcomes.

At Wakefield we take an integrated and partnership approach to working. We work collaboratively to enact real change and positive impact for our district’s young people, families, and the communities we support.

At the heart of realising this is our staff. That’s why we’ve set you up to be in the best position to flourish, and work with families to realise their potential.

So why choose Wakefield MASH?

• Competitive pay (with market rate payment as an Advanced Practitioner and a case holding social worker).
• Established good working relationships with partners on the ground
• Co-location with partners
• No allocated caseload.
• Small teams to foster a supportive and together culture.
• Regular reflective supervision.
• Comprehensive and innovative learning and development opportunities through an in-house Learning Academy centred on targeted training for your needs by providing creative learning solutions.
• You can grow with us through clear progression pathways.
• Good rewards and benefits as standard. Because we recognise staff are our most valuable resource.
• Essential car user payments.
• Minimum of 28 days paid holiday, rising according to your grade and length of service, plus 8 paid bank holidays.
• Free parking
• Subsidised use of police gym
• Easily accessible rural location -off the M62
• A great place to live and work. With culture, a plethora of green spaces, historical sites, culinary heritage, leisure opportunities, affordable housing, good transport links at a regional and national level, alongside being an accessible location.

For an informal discussion about the posts available within the MASH teams, please contact Team Managers - Natalie Barr / Tracey Lewis / Claire Cutts on 01924 303253

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The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

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