C&YP Social Worker Family - South Locality

About the Role

Herefordshire Council is seeking a passionate, qualified Social Worker to join the Family Help locality team.

The role involves working closely with children, families, and partner agencies to provide support and intervention services aimed at promoting the wellbeing, safety and positive outcomes of children with a Family Help plan.

• Lead and manage a complex caseload as the Family Help Lead Practitioner.
• Assess needs, identify risks and develop tailored Family Help Plans.
• Chair and contribute to key meetings such as Child in Need, core group and strategy discussions.
• Conduct risk assessments and safeguarding work when concerns arise.
• Build restorative relationships with families and professionals, enable meaningful change and promote the safety and welfare of children, including those in the looked‑after system.
• Maintain accurate records, report writing (including court work) and share decisions with relevant stakeholders.

• Qualified Social Worker (Social Work Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent) with current Social Work England registration.
• Experience working with children and families in a statutory social care setting.
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and relevant legislation and guidance.
• Strong communication, listening, observation and empathy skills; capable of working restoratively.
• Highly organised, resilient, able to handle a demanding workload and produce clear high‑quality reports.
• Proficiency in IT systems and commitment to delivering high standards of practice.
• A strong commitment to improving outcomes for children and families and to upholding values of trust, honesty, responsibility, inclusivity and empathy.

• Salary range £36,363 – £40,777 per annum (£40,777 – £45,091 for Senior Practitioner roles).
• Market rate supplement £5,000 per annum.
• Welcome payment £10,000.
• Retention payment £2,000 – £4,000 depending on team.
• Relocation package support up to £10,000.
• Protected time and budget for professional development.
• Enrollment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Clear career progression pathways.
• 31 days’ annual leave (pro‑rata) plus bank holidays; option to purchase additional 10 days per annum.
• Flexible working – potential for job‑sharing, part‑time and agile working.
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support and counselling.
• Payment of professional membership fees where applicable.
• Access to retail, leisure, holiday, and health benefits – including savings, cash‑back and discounts.

All candidates will be interviewed if they meet the essential criteria for the post. We support the Disability Confident scheme, the Armed Forces Covenant, and Herefordshire care leavers.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff, visitors and volunteers share in this commitment. The position is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check and further pre‑employment checks.

Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37
Location: Ross‑on‑Wye, Herefordshire
Closing date: 02/08/2026

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