Social Worker - Families First Sanctuary Personal

Social Worker – Families First – Darlington – £28.99 per hour – Hourly – Ongoing contract – Full-time

Dive into an exciting opportunity as a Social Worker within the Families First initiative in Darlington, where you can truly make a difference at £28.99 per hour on a full-time basis. This ongoing contract paves the way for you to work at the heart of the community and transform lives every day.

• Enjoy a competitive hourly rate that acknowledges your expertise and dedication, providing you with financial flexibility and independence.
• Benefit from the variety and excitement of locum work, allowing you to gain diverse experience while maintaining a great work-life balance.
• Receive continuous professional development through training opportunities, ensuring you grow both in your career and personally.
• Join a supportive network of colleagues who value collaboration and innovation, making your work environment vibrant and encouraging.
• Experience the rewarding nature of impacting families’ lives directly and working within a community-focused and forward‑thinking initiative.

• Lead and contribute to the design, delivery, and evaluation of engagement activities to fortify relationships with children, parents, carers, and partner agencies.
• Support the implementation of the Families First approach by ensuring services are responsive, inclusive, and co‑produced with service users.
• Facilitate meaningful participation and gather feedback to inform practice and improve service delivery.
• Work collaboratively across multi‑agency networks to promote positive outcomes for families, combining frontline engagement with strategic insight.
• Communicate effectively while building partnerships, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing the experiences and outcomes for children and families.

• Hold a degree or equivalent in social work.
• Maintain current Social Work England registration.
• Possess significant frontline experience in Social Services within the UK as a qualified Social Worker.

Darlington is not just a great place to work but also a fantastic place to live. With a rich history, vibrant culture, and welcoming community, you’ll find plenty to explore and enjoy outside of work hours. Whether it’s discovering scenic parks, engaging in local events, or simply enjoying the friendly atmosphere, Darlington offers a wonderful lifestyle. Join us in making a difference in this thriving community!

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