Are you a passionate Children’s Social Worker looking to make a real difference in children’s lives? Join our forward-thinking team in Southampton, where creativity, collaboration, and strong support are at the heart of everything we do.

Young People's Service (YPS)

YPS is a dedicated service working within contextual safeguarding in the city.  You will work collaboratively with Youth Justice, Young Person Practitioners, Outreach Contextual Teams and the voluntary sector to tackle issues that impact on teenagers.  With a bespoke YPS Hub you can be part of regular Youth Clubs, HAF holiday activities our very own Opportunity Brews Cafe - run by Young People their workers and much much more! With a dedicated space within the city centre, we have a music studio, salon and skills room plus areas for 1-1 sessions. 

Why work with us?

• Creative and innovative practice: We encourage you to bring your professional creativity to the table, using evidence-based approaches alongside innovative solutions tailored to children’s and families’ unique needs.
• Supportive and skilled teams: Join a dynamic team of dedicated professionals committed to quality and outcomes. We foster a positive, respectful environment where teamwork and peer support thrive.
• Strong management and professional development: Our managers are hands-on, accessible, and invested in your growth and wellbeing. We provide regular supervision, coaching, and excellent training opportunities to help you excel.
• Managing safeguarding with confidence: You will play a crucial role in safeguarding vulnerable children, working with clarity, compassion, and robust procedures to keep children safe.
• Multi-agency collaboration: Benefit from close partnership working with Youth Justice, education, health professionals, police, and voluntary services, ensuring holistic support for children and families.
• Pride in excellence: We are proud of our recent Ofsted inspection results which reflect our commitment to high standards, safeguarding, and effective social work practice.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified and registered Social Worker (registration with Social Work England required)
• This post is suitable for both experienced social workers and newly qualified social workers undertaking ASYE, with appropriate support and supervision provided.
• Strong skills in assessment, safeguarding, and managing complex cases
• Ability to work creatively and collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams
• Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice
• Excellent communication skills, resilience, and a solution-focused approach

If you’re ready to be part of a supportive team that values your expertise and is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families, apply now! 

What we can offer you:

Salary: The salary band for this role is £41,771 - £46,141 per annum, The starting salary is £41,771 with annual progression through the salary bands.

Benefits:

• Enjoy a 9 Day Fortnight, ensuring you have an extra day’s TOIL every other week to recognise your hard work and commitment 
• Market supplement
• Work in Local Authority with 'OUTSTANDING' in management and leadership (Ofsted 2023)
• Free city centre car Parking
• Excellent local government pension with 16.8% employer contribution
• Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and service
• Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
• Access to wellbeing initiatives and employee support programs
• Opportunities for career progression and specialist training

For further information on our benefits package please visit:  Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk)

Contact details for informal discussion:

For further information and details regarding the role, please contact Georgina Arnold - email georgina.arnold@southampton.gov.uk

Recruitment contact details:

Email: recruitment@southampton.gov.uk  
Tel: 023 8083 4033

For more information about SCC please visit Southampton City Council
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