Children’s Social Worker (UK VISA SPONSORSHIP)

Employer: Herefordshire Council

Position: Children’s Social Worker – Children in Care

Salary: £36,363 – £40,777

Job Type: Permanent

Work location: Ross-on-Wye, Leominster and Hereford

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Children in Care service is made up of three teams. Each Team comprises of a Team Manager, Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, and Family Support Workers.

We are proud of our restorative approach to social work – a way of working that is firmly embedded in our team culture and management style. Collaboration and reflection are at the heart of how we practice: senior managers are always available for guidance and support, especially when navigating complex cases.

Curious about what it’s really like to be a Social Worker with us?

Want to know what it really feels like to work with our passionate and dedicated Social Work teams? This short video gives you a glimpse into the heart our service and shows why Herefordshire Council could be the perfect place for your next career move.

We’re proud and excited to unveil our new recruitment video, a celebration of Herefordshire’s people, places, and purpose. Set in the heart of England and filled with pride, compassion and possibility, the video brings to life what it means to work somewhere you truly belong.

At Herefordshire Council, every role matters and every person makes a real difference for our communities. We’re a team where people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow together.

Herefordshire is a beautiful, historic county on the Welsh border, one of England’s most rural and unspoilt areas, with vibrant market towns and a strong sense of community.

Our priority is clear: to keep children safe and give them the best start in life. We do this through passionate, dedicated professionals who build strong relationships with children, families, and partners to make a lasting difference.

It’s an exciting time to join us. We’re investing in our people and our relational practice approach, working alongside our improvement partner, Leeds City Council. You’ll be supported by experienced managers, continuous professional development, and a genuine team ethos that values collaboration and care.

Your Responsibilities include:

• Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to reach their full potential? We are looking for dedicated and skilled Social Workers to join our Children in Care Service.

• In this important role, you will work closely with children and young people who are looked after, as well as their families, carers, and networks. 

• You’ll build positive, trusting relationships and make sure every child has a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where they can thrive.

• You will be a consistent and reliable presence in each child’s life, supporting their emotional wellbeing, education, and future plans, whether that means returning home, staying in care, or preparing for independence.

• We are passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people. Our approach is inclusive and collaborative and we listen carefully to each child’s voice and work together with families, foster carers, and professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes.

• Herefordshire is on a journey of improvement, and we’d love you to be part of our story. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine, lasting difference in the lives of children and young people in care.

Work schedule 

Hours: 37 

Requirement 

• Passionate about promoting the wellbeing, safety, and stability of children and young people in care

• Skilled in assessment, care planning, and supporting positive outcomes for children, families, and carers

• Committed to working collaboratively with children, families, foster carers, and professionals to ensure every child’s voice is heard

• Resilient and reflective, with the confidence to make balanced decisions in complex situations

• Able to thrive within a supportive, relationship-based team that values learning, creativity, and shared responsibility

• Registered with Social Work England and hold a recognisedSocial Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

Benefit 

• A competitive salary, holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes:

• Salary range of £36,363 – £40,777 per annum

• Market rate supplement: £5,000 per annum

• Welcome Payment: £10,000 (see attached guidance)

• Retention payment: £2,000 – £4,000 depending on team.

• Relocation packages: support of up to £10,000

• Professional development: protected time and budget to develop yourself and your career

• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

• Career progression: clear pathways to progress

• Annual Leave: 31 days’ annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays. You can also purchase an additional 10 days per annum during the request period

• Flexible working: including the potential for job-sharing, part-time hours and agile working.

• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling

• Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements)

• Pick your perks – our benefits include access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits. This includes savings, cash back and discounts.

Please note: the council is currently unable to offer overseas visa sponsorship for Social Worker roles in Children & Young People. Overseas prospective candidates that require sponsorship to work in the UK should not apply for these roles. We appreciate your interest in Herefordshire Council and would encourage you to consider other opportunities with us that may be open to sponsorship. A full list of current vacancies can be found here: https://spiritofherefordshire.com/children-young-people/jobs/

Sponsorship Available (UK Only): We can provide Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for successful candidates who are already living in the UK and have a minimum of two years’ UKbased experience in the relevant team or discipline.

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Application Process​

if you’re interested in this role, check out more information on the OFFICAL WEBSITE HERES and apply now.