Social Worker (Bcft Dfe)

Join Our Team as a Social Worker (Bcft Dfe) – Contract Position

Are you an experienced Social Worker (Bcft Dfe) passionate about transforming children’s lives? Do you thrive in challenging environments, embrace change, and tackle complex needs with determination? If so, we want to hear from you! Join us and make a real difference, putting ‘the child’ at the heart of every decision.

We are currently seeking dedicated and dynamic Social Worker (Bcft Dfe) candidates to fill positions across the Keighley & Shipley Locality for our Duty and Assessment teams. This contract role offers an excellent opportunity for social workers who are committed to supporting children and families using restorative and relational-based practice approaches.

Candidate Responsibilities for the Social Worker (Bcft Dfe):

• Manage referrals and conduct assessments to determine children’s needs.
• Support children and families using a restorative, relational approach.
• Work at pace to ensure timely and effective interventions.
• Lead and participate in Public Proceedings, Pre-Proceedings, Child Protection, and Child In Need planning.
• Develop and implement child-focused care plans, promoting permanence from the point of referral.
• Liaise with internal teams and external agencies to ensure coordinated support.
• Maintain comprehensive case records and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Contribute actively to team meetings and case reviews to promote best practice.

Benefits of the Social Worker (Bcft Dfe) role:

• Competitive salary between £38,220 – £46,142 per annum.
• Additional £3,000 Retention Payment annually.
• Contract position with flexible working options – 3 days per week.
• Based at Keighley Town Hall, offering convenient local access.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive team environment with a focus on making a meaningful impact.

Please note, Bradford does not offer sponsorship for this role.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should contact Jane Smith, our dedicated recruitment consultant, to discuss this opportunity. Please send your CV and cover letter to jane.smith@staffingagency.co.uk or call 01234 567890 for more information.

Join us as a Social Worker (Bcft Dfe) and help shape brighter futures for children and families in Keighley & Shipley!