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Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 45,938 - 50,708 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Social Worker | CYPD (Children & Young People's Directorate) | Reading Borough Council - Permanent
Social Worker required to join the Children & Young People's Directorate (CYPD)
Full-time, permanent position
Office base: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: £45,938 - £50,708 per annum (includes £8,000 Annual Market Supplement)
Welcome Payment: £5,000 (payable after successful completion of 6-month probation)
Loyalty Payments: £3,000 after 12 months and another £3,000 on completion of 24 months
About the Role:
Reading Borough Council is seeking an experienced and passionate Social Worker to join their Children & Young People's Directorate on a permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a forward-thinking local authority that values staff development, retention, and quality of service delivery. The CYPD team works to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of vulnerable children and young people across the borough.
You'll be joining a supportive, outcome-focused team where your work will have real impact on local families.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing a diverse caseload involving child protection, children in need, and looked after children
Completing assessments and progressing care plans in line with statutory responsibilities
Attending case conferences, reviews, and court proceedings where required
Collaborating with partner agencies to ensure holistic support for families
Maintaining clear, accurate, and timely case recording
What We're Looking For:
At least 1 year post-ASYE experience in a statutory children's services setting
Good understanding of safeguarding legislation, child development, and assessment frameworks
Ability to manage and prioritise complex cases
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Enthusiastic, resilient, and committed to improving outcomes for children
To Be Considered:
You must hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Social Work degree / DipSW / CQSW)
Registered with Social Work England
Right to work in the UK without sponsorship
Enhanced DBS required
References will be requested
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