School Social Worker

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families? The Westgate School is seeking a dedicated School Social Worker to join our dynamic team and play a crucial role in creating a safe, nurturing and supportive environment for our students.

Opportunities Await You:

At The Westgate School, you will have the chance to:

• Champion a Culture of Safeguarding: Contribute to embedding a robust safeguarding culture across our school community, ensuring everyone is equipped to identify and report safeguarding concerns promptly and effectively.
• Enhance Student Well-being: Help develop students' confidence, resilience, and mental health awareness, empowering them to navigate online and offline risks.
• Make a Difference: Practice social work values and skills to improve the lives of Children in Need (CIN) and their families, taking the lead in statutory cases requiring a qualified social worker.
• Forge Collaborative Partnerships: Work closely with various agencies and professionals, including parents, carers, health services, and educators, to deliver impactful support that enhances outcomes for children and young people.
• Continual Development: Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying updated on legislation, research, and best practices to provide the highest level of support and intervention.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Assessing needs and providing appropriate interventions for children and families.
• Ensuring clear care plans for each child under your responsibility.
• Communicating effectively with children, families, and professionals.
• Upholding confidentiality and following safeguarding protocols diligently.

Why Join Us?

Join a supportive team committed to safeguarding and enhancing the well-being of our students. The Westgate School values your expertise and dedication, providing a collaborative environment where your contributions are vital to our collective success.

We strongly encourage individuals to come and visit the school and to meet the Safeguarding Team.

If you are a qualified social worker with a passion for safeguarding and supporting children's well-being, we encourage you to apply! Please review the full job description and person specification.

Your working hours will be 8.00am – 4pm, Monday to Thursday and 8.00am – 3.30pm on a Friday. This is primarily a term time only role, but the expectation is that you will be required as necessary to work during school holidays and after working hours. Due to this requirement you will be paid as a full time employee.

• You will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references
• You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for interview
• We do not offer sponsorship
• We reserve the right to interview as suitable applications are received
• Previous applicants need not apply
• We will only contact applicants who are shortlisted for interview