Leicestershire County Council
Social Worker - Family Help
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Social Worker - Family Help
Family Help Service Social Worker – Coalville
Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
Work Location: Coalville Family Hub, High Street, Coalville, LE67 3EA
Salary: £43,222 – £45,982 (inclusive of £3,283 market premia, pro rata for part-time) (Pay award pending)
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 16th July 2026
Interview Date(s): 23rd July 2026
Come and join us!
The Family Help Service has an exciting opportunity for a full-time social worker in Coalville, who will play a pivotal role in delivering a high-quality Child in Need service for children and their families.
Our vision is: ‘Right support at the right time.’ We work holistically with the entire family, offering practical help, building on family strengths and community support to improve daily life and drive positive outcomes for children and young people.
About the Role
The Family Help Service provides intensive, early and timely support to families moving from Targeted Early Help to Child in Need, aligned with the recommendations from the Independent National Review of Children’s Social Care and the Family First Partnership Programme reforms.
This role focuses on:
- Stronger, consistent professional relationships with families
- Faster and more intensive support to ensure families receive the right help at the right time
- Trauma-informed practice to boost resilience, parenting capacity, and confidence
- Strength-based approaches to unlock family and community networks
- Ensuring children stay safely at home where possible—or, if not, remain with wider family and friends
To facilitate this, we offer:
- Regular reflective supervision
- Positive training pathways
- Career development opportunities
The service is evolving, so this role may undergo periodic reevaluation as implementation progresses.
An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required. The council’s policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available here.
About You
We are seeking a creative, supportive, and dedicated professional who will:
- Provide intensive, home-based family support
- Develop strong, trusting relationships
- Apply strengths-based and trauma-informed approaches
- Facilitate behaviour change and positive outcomes for children
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Essential Criteria
To apply, you must have/be able to demonstrate:
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A qualified social worker status, holding:
- A degree in Social Work approved by Social Work England
- Equivalent qualification (CQSW or Diploma in Social Work)
- Registered with Social Work England
- A full, valid UK driving licence (with ability to use a vehicle for duties or ability to convert a non-UK licence)
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Post-qualification experience with:
- Children and families
- Knowledge of childcare legislation and Local Safeguarding Children Partnership procedures, particularly in:
- Child protection, Child in Need assessments
- Private law cases
- Care proceedings
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Ability to apply:
- Theoretical underpinnings of social work (policy, models, and ethics)
- Safeguarding principles in practice
- Cultural competence (racial, religious, linguistic, and diverse backgrounds)
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Experience with creative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed methods, including:
- Collaborative ways of working with families and multidisciplinary teams
- Preference for the Signs of Safety methodology (ideal)
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Proficiency in conducting high-quality assessments, including:
- Child and family assessments
- Conference reports
- Risk assessments
- Private law reports for court
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Ability to:
- Prioritise workload effectively (e.g., duty rota, court commitments, Section 47 enquiries)
- Work under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations
- Analyse complex information to make sound decisions
- Report contextually and regularly to senior management
Desired Attributes
- Commitment to Leicestershire County Council’s core values (see more here)
- Dedication to delivering accessible, inclusive services for all residents
Inclusions & Reasonable Adjustments
Reasonable adjustments will be made for applicants with a disability. The council is a Disability Confident Employer:
Flexible Working
While this role is full-time, we welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements, including:
- Part-time working
- Job sharing
- Term-time hours
- Flexible start/finish times
- Hybrid working (depending on service needs)
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Please contact Jason Pickett (Team Manager) for more details: 📞 0116 305 9536 ✉️ jason.pickett@leics.gov.uk
How to Apply
Leicestershire County Council invites top talent from all backgrounds. We assess potential, not just experience—with a focus on inclusion, fairness, and professional development.
Key Steps:
- Submit your application online.
- Include a supporting statement addressing: ✅ How you meet the criteria listed in the "About You" section ✅ Without this, your application will be unsubmitted/rejected
- View tips for constructing your statement in the ‘How to Apply’ section
The role may close early if sufficient applicants apply. Apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Technical Issues or Format Requests
For support with the online application or to request a Paper Application Pack (alternative format), contact the Employee Service Centre: 📞 0300 3030222 (select option 2) 🌐 Access support portal
By applying, you agree to the council’s Terms & Conditions.
About Leicestershire County Council
We are driven by a goal to make Leicestershire the best place to live and work.
Our employees—whether new to the profession or seeking a challenging next step—find: ✔ Purpose-driven work with real-world impact ✔ Valued input in shaping services and communities ✔ Comprehensive benefits supporting life stages (crèche, pensions, learning & development) ✔ An inclusive and welcoming culture ✔ Career growth opportunities at every level
For further details: 🔗 Our Recruitment Process 🔗 Our Values 🔗 Our Benefits 🔗 Inclusion & Support
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