Social Worker - Family Safeguarding

The Family Safeguarding (FS) team at Chichester Family Hub is seeking a skilled and dedicated Children's Social Worker. The team manages children subject to Child in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) plans, as well as those involved in court proceedings. This dynamic team consists of four practice teams and two academies, all working in a picturesque yet rural area that requires the use of a car for face-to-face meetings.

Key Requirements:

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of frontline operational practice in the UK.

Transportation: Candidates must be car owners with a valid driver's license, as the role involves regular travel within rural areas where public transport is not feasible.

Interviews:

Interviews are being conducted face-to-face for Children’s Services roles at West Sussex County Council.

Benefits:

Team Structure: Small practice teams supported by Team Managers, Child & Family Workers, and administrative Coordinators.

Supervision & Support: Regular group supervision, peer learning, and access to specialist roles focused on vulnerable children.

Professional Development: Minimum of 5 CPD and training days per year, access to learning resources such as Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.

Additional Benefits: Social Work England fees paid, annual leave up to 29 days with the option to buy up to 3 additional days.

Work-Life Balance: We value our employees and strive to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential and maintain a healthy work-life balance.