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Vetro Recruitment

Social Worker

Posted a month ago by@ Vetro Recruitment

  • Longridge, Lancashire
  • Permanent
  • £36,000 to £40,000 /Yr
  • Standard
  • Expired - 16 days ago


Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of families?
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Social Worker to join our clients team at their residential family centre. This is a unique opportunity to combine direct work with families (primarily mothers and newborns) with management responsibilities.
What You'll Do:

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of parenting capacity, using a trauma-informed approach.
  • Build strong relationships with families to understand their needs and challenges.
  • Develop and implement direct work plans to support family progress.
  • Supervise a small team and provide ongoing support.
  • Contribute to service improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.


What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary: £35,745-£40,221 per annum (pro-rata)
  • Generous benefits package:
    • 25-30 days paid annual leave
    • Supportive management team
    • Quarterly team development days
    • Regular communication and feedback opportunities
    • Flexible working arrangements
    • Monthly car user bonus and mileage rate
    • Access to bespoke individual support (counselling, coaching, etc.)
    • High-quality supervision
    • Career progression opportunities
    • Supportive work environment


Who You Are:

  • Qualified Social Worker with a minimum of 1 year experience.
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding children.
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Ability to see the potential in people and work with a trauma-informed approach.
  • Team player with a sense of humor.
  • Confident in having difficult conversations.
  • Proficient in IT skills and adaptable to new systems.
  • Understanding of babies and child development.
  • Commitment to working in line with regulations and National Minimum Standards.


Bonus points for

  • Experience in regulatory compliance
  • Supervisory experience
  • Experience working in a residential setting
  • Skilled in creative and engaging direct work


Ready to Join?
Get in touch with Laura, 0151 559 8680, to discuss this opportunity further. We can't wait to hear from you!