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Social Worker – Families First Service – Permanent
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Liquid Personnel are proud to be supporting Southend-on-Sea City Council in recruiting a Social Worker to join their Families First Service on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive Children's Service offering a salary of £39,152 - £45,091, hybrid working, and a strong focus on professional development. Working within Southend's Relational, Systemic, and Decisive practice model, you'll support children and families through meaningful interventions that create positive and lasting change.
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Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council
Southend offers a supportive and progressive working environment, with a strong focus on staff wellbeing, flexible working, and professional development. Benefits include:
- Salary of £39,152 - £45,091 per annum (DOE)
- Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible working arrangements
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Regular restorative and developmental supervision
- Strong career progression opportunities
- Supportive management structure
- Opportunity to lead on an area of professional interest within your team
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Your Key Responsibilities
- Work directly with children, young people, and families to achieve positive outcomes.
- Complete assessments, intervention plans, and reviews.
- Undertake Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children's work.
- Build strong relationships with families using a restorative approach.
- Work closely with partner agencies to coordinate support and deliver effective interventions.
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For This Role You Will Need
- A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent).
- Registration with Social Work England.
- Successful completion of ASYE.
- Previous experience within Children's Frontline Services.
- A full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
If this sounds like it could be the right role for you, then please contact Mozz Radwan on 02038573486 or Mozz.Radwan@liquidpersonnel.com.
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