Social Worker - Court Team - London Borough of Hillingdon : Job Details

Job Title: Social Worker - Court Team

Location: Uxbridge, London

Salary: £41,442 - £45,510 per annum + Up to £4K Retention Payment

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 36 Hours per week

Closing Date: 28th March 2025

About the role:

We are offering exciting opportunities for Social Workers to join the court team within Hillingdon that has just been rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted. The role involves working with families to deliver, implement intensive intervention and work towards developing safe parenting skills and sustaining changes.

It is a great time to join the team as we continue to explore creative ways to work with families and achieve the best outcomes for children and young people. The court team is a specialist team working with children who have met the threshold for legal intervention and will involved in court work, preparation of assessments and evidence for court and care planning for children and young people.

You will be part of a high functioning team who are recognised as experts in their field before the court. Apart from the legal work the team are also responsible for Permanency Planning and helping children to thrive in their ' forever homes'.

About You:

We are looking for:

Qualified and Experienced

• As an ideal candidate, you'll be a qualified and experienced Social Worker with a strong background in Children's social work. Your experience should be complemented by post-qualifying training, which has honed your skills and knowledge to serve our specific client group effectively.

Innovative and Creative

• We value innovation and creativity. We're looking for individuals who are open to exploring new models of working to enhance the outcomes for our service users. Bring your fresh ideas and a proactive mindset to make a real impact.

Highly Motivated

• To thrive in our team, you'll need to be highly motivated and driven. Building strong relationships is key, as you'll work closely with colleagues and partners to deliver the best possible outcomes for vulnerable adults in our community.
• Ready to be a part of the future of Children's Social Work in Hillingdon? Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us. Your dedication and passion can help shape the future of our community and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

If you're looking for a challenging yet highly rewarding career in social work, apply today to be part of our mission to safeguard and empower adults in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Join us in making a real difference!

About Us:

We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.

Here's a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

Work Life Balance:

• Flexible Working Hours - We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week - Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement - You will receive a minimum of 26 days annual leave each year, in addition to bank holidays. This entitlement increases to a maximum 37 days after 10 years of service.

Commute with Ease:

• Travel Support - Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.

The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds.

We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.

Additional Information:

Due to an expected high volume of applications, we could close this role early, we therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to the council's website to complete your application.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Social Worker, Children's Social Worker, Supervising Social Worker, Qualified Social Worker, Community Social Worker, may also be considered for this role.