Social Worker – Children in Care | Cambridgeshire County Council (Apply Now)

📅 Closing Date: 30 November 2025
📍 Locations: Ely (Noble House), Huntingdon (Scott House), Wisbech (Awdry House)
💼 Employer: Cambridgeshire County Council
📧 Contact: joinus@cambridgeshire.gov.uk | ☎️ 01223 475920
💰 Salary: Competitive with progression, relocation, and retention bonuses
🕒 Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent

🔹 Join Cambridgeshire County Council as a Social Worker – Children in Care

Are you a qualified and passionate Social Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people?
Cambridgeshire County Council is currently inviting dedicated professionals to join our Children in Care Teams (North and South).

We’re seeking compassionate individuals who put the child’s voice at the heart of everything they do — working towards safety, stability, and success for every young person in our care.

💖 About the Role

As a Social Worker in the Children in Care Team, you’ll play a vital role in helping young people achieve permanence, develop in safe environments, and reach their full educational and emotional potential.

You’ll work closely with families, schools, and other professionals to ensure that every looked-after child receives the highest standard of care and support.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the lead professional on safeguarding matters
• Conducting thorough child and family assessments
• Developing SMART outcome-driven care plans
• Writing professional reports and court documentation
• Building strong, empowering relationships with children and carers

This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to meaningful change — within a supportive, progressive, and inclusive working environment.

🌈 Why Work with Us?

At Cambridgeshire County Council, we invest in our colleagues and support your wellbeing, career growth, and work-life balance.

Our benefits include:

• ✅ Comprehensive wellbeing package (available to your family too)
• ✅ 6 days of protected CPD time annually
• ✅ Relocation package up to £8,000 (eligibility applies)
• ✅ Pay progression scheme linked to your experience and skills
• ✅ Retention payments up to £8,147 over three years
• ✅ Refer-a-Friend bonus of £350
• ✅ Access to the Cambridgeshire Academy for Reaching Excellence (CARE)
• ✅ Pension, generous annual leave, and flexible working options

We check applications daily, so don’t wait — apply as soon as possible!

👩‍💼 About You

We’re looking for confident, curious, and community-focused professionals who are eager to make a difference.

Essential criteria:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
• Ability to work from multiple locations and travel independently
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and child-centered practice

If you’re passionate, proactive, and ready to take on a fulfilling role — we’d love to hear from you!

🌍 About Cambridgeshire County Council

Cambridgeshire is a dynamic and diverse region — from the historic charm of Ely to the vibrant city of Cambridge.
We’re proud to serve our communities with compassion, integrity, and collaboration.

Our core values shape everything we do:

• Respecting diversity
• Promoting inclusion
• Encouraging continuous learning
• Supporting our staff and communities

We’re also proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, committed to providing reasonable adjustments and a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria.

Learn more about our culture and benefits here 👉 Cambridgeshire County Council Careers

⚖️ Safeguarding and Disclosure

This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Cambridgeshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

📢 Final Thoughts

If you’re seeking a social work career that truly matters, where every day brings the opportunity to create lasting impact — this is your chance.

Join Cambridgeshire County Council and help shape brighter futures for children in care.

🕓 Apply before 30 November 2025
📍 Locations: Ely, Huntingdon, Wisbech

Apply Now: https://recruitmenthub.org/members/?j=3196&ATSI=wnc&jobboard=NHS+Jobs+v3&c=vacancyposter