Social Worker - Level 2 and 3 - Children in Care

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- Civic Offices, 1 Saxon Gate East, Central Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Job Reference mkc/TP/238/1995

Number of Positions:

3

Contract Type:

Permanent

Full Time

£37,280 - £47,181 + Annual £4,000 retention payment + £6,000 Golden Hello Payment - subject to T&C
- Social Work England professional membership fees paid

Working Hours:

37

Location:

Civic Offices, 1 Saxon Gate East, Central Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Closing Date:

16/08/2026

Job Category:

Children's Social Care

Service Area:

Children's Services
- Corporate Parenting

In addition to your salary, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Great holiday benefits - most roles include 28days annual leave every year on top of public (bank) holidays, increasing to 32days after five years. In addition, there is a holiday purchase scheme allowing staff to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave each year.
• Excellent pension – everyone who works for us can join the national Local Government Pension Scheme, widely regarded as one of the best available.
• A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity support and a childcare subsidy.
• Access to an award-winning employee benefits programme that includes a health cash plan, a low-cost bike purchase scheme as well as high street discounts and money off entertainment and travel.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme - eligible employees can access low‑cost leasing of electric and low‑emission vehicles.
• Blue Light Card - employees working within social care can qualify for an additional range of discounts from national retailers and local businesses.

Our roles are either designated ‘site based’ or ‘home based’. ‘Site based’ roles can include up to two days a week working from home whilst ‘home based’ roles are based at home four days a week. Of course, managers designate which category roles are in based on the needs of the service and the circumstances.

We’re recruiting for Social Workers to join our Children in Care team. You’ll make a meaningful difference by supporting children, young people and families at the moments they need us most.

In this rewarding role, you’ll use your professional skills to help children feel safe, listened to and supported, while working alongside colleagues who share your dedication to improving lives across our communities.

Salary - £37,280 - £47,181 (dependent on level)

Plus - Annual £4,000 retention payment and £6,000 Golden Hello payment (subject to T&Cs) Social Work England professional membership fees paid

We have opportunities for both Level two and Level three Social Worker

This is a site-based role

Interviews may take place before the closing date, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

At Milton Keynes City Council, we aim to make a difference every day. We’re dedicated, respectful and collaborative. We act as one council, and we work hard to create cleaner, safer and healthier communities while tackling inequalities and supporting people to thrive.

• Carry out assessments by speaking with and observing children and young people, making sure their needs are clearly identified.
• Create, implement and review plans to support children and families in line with statutory duties.
• Manage a varied caseload, including complex cases, taking timely action to help keep children safe.
• Work closely with colleagues across services and other agencies to plan care and support holistically.
• Take part in regular supervision to support your professional development.
• Represent Milton Keynes City Council in public and private law proceedings, including writing statements and giving evidence in court when needed.

• A recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working with children and families and the ability to build constructive, professional relationships.
• Up‑to‑date understanding of legislation, guidance and good practice.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to analyse information, make considered decisions and work at pace.
• Resilience and the ability to adapt to different situations and environments.
• Confidence using digital systems to record information clearly and concisely

To be successful in this role, you’ll need a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
. If you’re offered the position, we’ll ask for proof of your licence and vehicle insurance, including business use cover. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to confirm your appointment without these documents.

If you’re offered the role, we’ll arrange an Enhanced DBS check as part of our pre-employment process (unless you’re already registered with the DBS Update Service).