Basingstoke
Join us as a Children’s Social Worker and make a genuine difference in the lives of children and families across Hampshire. We’re proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children’s services. You’ll be a key part of a forward-thinking, high-performing and supportive team that values creativity, autonomy, and professional growth. With the right environment and support behind you, your potential won’t just be realised – it’ll be celebrated. What you’ll do: • Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families to enable positive change., • Lead on assessments, care planning, and interventions that safeguard and promote wellbeing., • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver holistic support., • Manage complex caseloads with autonomy, creativity, and a focus on outcomes., • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England., • Experience working in a UK-based statutory social work setting., • Excellent relationship-building, communication, mediation, and negotiation skills., • Strong understanding of safeguarding, legal frameworks, equality, and best value principles., • Confident managing complex caseloads and working effectively in multi-agency settings., • Skilled in assessing risk, analysing information, and producing high-quality reports. Why join us? • Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice., • Flexible working: Including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid options to support work-life balance., • Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE ‘Partner in Practice’ initiative., • Back-office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work., • Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK-based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval)., • Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice., • Learn more: Explore the role, team, and our values in our Candidate Pack on our website., • Apply by email: Send your CV to ___ with the subject line ‘Social Worker HCC622537’. By submitting your CV, you are giving consent for Hampshire County Council to store your data in accordance with data protection legislation.