Are you a committed and experienced social worker who is passionate about children and young people? If so, Enfield Council is the place for you. We are always seeking build on our good social worker practice to achieve an outstanding service for our children and young people to keep them safe and help them achieve positive outcomes.
We are seeking to recruit experienced social worker to undertake quality assessments, develop clear and focused plans, ensure the timely delivery of effective services.
As an experienced social worker you will have knowledge of current legislation, have demonstrated your experience and abilities in respect of working in partnership with children, young people, families, and partner agencies. You will have over 2 years’ experience of working with vulnerable children and their families, preferably in a statutory setting, and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form, as well as the ability to work individually and as part of a team. Your drive, enthusiasm and high aspirations will contribute to our journey to deliver exceptional outcomes for the children and young people of Enfield.
In order to attract high calibre candidates to fulfil our ambitions, we are offering competitive packages, excellent training and development opportunities, and to be part of a highly committed workforce, partners and colleagues striving to deliver even better outcomes for children and young people in the borough and to be the best they can be.
If you are registered with Social Work England but do not have the 2 years experience, we still would like to hear from you as you can embark on a programme of Assisted Supported Year Employment (ASYE) with us.
Contact Details -
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Tapiwa Machamire tapiwa.machamire@enfield.gov.uk for an informal discussion
If you have any problem submitting your application please contact: cinzia.percival@enfield.gov.uk
Enfield’s Social Care Centre of Excellence confirms our commitment to creating and maintaining an environment for new and existing staff to be the best and deliver high quality social work to our most vulnerable children and young people. It brings our recruitment, professional development and support into the one portal for social care staff to see what we have to offer and how we are supporting them to continue to learn and develop on a professional basis. For more information please visit https://new.enfield.gov.uk/centreofexcellence/about-us/
“This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment”.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV.
Why it's great to work for Enfield Council:
An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
Up to 31 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service.
A friendly, supportive place to work where managers are accessible.
Reflective practice from a clinical psychologist.
Additional Annual Leave can be bought.
A sabbatical scheme – allowing children social workers to claim one month off after completing three years of service.
Relocation package – Up to £8000
Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months
Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods.
Hybrid working.
Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work.
Clear holistic practice framework, trauma informed practice and training. Motivational Interviewing and Signs of Safety.
EAP (Employee Assisted Programme)
We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more.
If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.
To undertake assessment and social work services to users and carers arising out of the council’s statutory duties and powers under legislation, Council and Group policy.
To work in accordance with the guidelines set out by local government and to make appropriate use of Group and independent resources.
To participate in duty team /or rota.
To ensure cases within the service are progressed in a timely manner, that the most vulnerable children are safeguarded and that up to date research informs all interventions
To participate in duty team/or rota completing contacts, referrals and undertaking sec47 enquiries and child and family assessments
To undertake Care Proceedings and to represent the Local Authority at Court
Degree in Social Work (minimum Upper Second, if classified) or equivalent. Must be Social Work England registered.
Knowledge and understanding of; Children Act 1989, 2004 and other legislation regarding Leaving Care Act 2000, Housing and Education Acts, child development, relevant social policy and key legislation, with strategic reference to safeguarding
Excellent spoken and written English, and computer literacy adequate to case recording and production of fit-for-purpose reports within strict deadlines
Communication skills in direct work with children, and proven ability to work in partnership with parents/carers, ensuring paramountcy of children’s needs
Familiarity with diversity/equality principles in general, and specific experience of working in a culturally/ethnically diverse locality
The ability to carry out comprehensive assessments of risk and needs of children and families within agreed timescales and implement and review written care plans; successfully demonstrating a clear knowledge and understanding of legislative, policy and practice issues.
To demonstrate excellent analytical skills in written and oral work using high level knowledge and understanding of complex casework, risk management and care planning.
Enfield is one of the most diverse parts of London, with all the benefits this brings across our communities, culture, heritage and local economy. It also has incredibly diverse landscapes – from the urban centres of Edmonton, Southgate, Palmers Green and Enfield Town, to rural areas and farmland in the north of the borough.
Based in the bubbling heart of Enfield Town, situated in a modern newly designed service hub, the new office is an environment which supports our smart working policy surrounded by small businesses, bars, restaurants, a buzzing high street and shopping centre. Our brand new high-tech multiagency office has good transport links into central London and is easily assessable to the M25, A10 and A406.
We are proud of the services we offer to children and families living in the borough and work with partners to ensure children receive the best start in life. We are passionate about improving outcomes and driving up standards and performance. Ofsted has rated our children’s services as GOOD overall, read the full report here
Our offer to you include:
A rewarding role in an Ofsted rated GOOD children’s services department
Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas.
A blend of remote and office based working
Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work.
Modern purposefully designed working environment in Thomas Hardy House located 5 minutes from the station
A clear career progression pathway, supported by a comprehensive training programme
Smart technology assistance including hybrid video conferencing
Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family.
Enthusiastic and proactive staff network groups
1 month paid sabbatical for children’s social workers