Qualified Social Worker Children Services in Huntingdon

Location: Huntingdon (PE29) & South Cambridgeshire (CB2)

Salary: £41,958 – £44,822 per annum + Retention Payments

Are you an experienced Children’s Social Worker looking for your next permanent opportunity? We are recruiting Qualified Social Workers to join the Assessment Teams in Huntingdon and South Cambridgeshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive service where you can make a real difference to children and families, with flexible working arrangements, manageable caseloads and attractive financial incentives.

What’s on offer?

• Competitive salary: £41,958 – £44,822 per annum.

• Hybrid working: A combination of office-based work, home working and visits.

• Manageable caseloads: Approximately 25 cases.

• 9-day fortnight: Available subject to team and service requirements.

• Relocation package: Available for eligible candidates.

• Sponsorship swap: Available.

• Retention payments: Up to £4,196, with ongoing annual payments thereafter.

• Microsoft Teams interview: Initial interview can be arranged remotely.

Your Responsibilities

As a Children’s Social Worker within the Assessment Team, you will:

• Lead and undertake statutory assessments of children and families.

• Conduct strategy discussions and Section 47 enquiries.

• Prepare high-quality court reports under Sections 7, 37 and 31.

• Complete SWET assessments and care plans where required.

• Work collaboratively with children, families and partner agencies.

• Promote positive, safe and sustainable outcomes for children.

Attractive Retention Payments

In addition to your salary, you could benefit from the following retention incentives:

• After 1 year (365 days): £1,049 (2.5%).

• After 2 years (730 days): £3,147 (7.5%).

• After 3 years (1,095 days): £4,196 (10%).

• After 3 years: An ongoing annual flat-rate payment of £1,500.

Retention payments are calculated against the bottom of the salary grade and are subject to eligibility and service requirements.

What are we looking for?

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree or equivalent).

• Current Social Work England registration.

• Previous experience within a UK Local Authority Children's Services setting.

• Experience undertaking statutory assessments and child protection work.

• Strong assessment, analytical and report-writing skills.

• The ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively within a team.