Job Description

Ardent Social is proud to partner with Somerset Council to recruit an experienced Social Worker for the Children Looked After (CLA) Team based at the South Somerset Hub in Yeovil. This role provides a unique opportunity to support young people aged 0 18 by delivering high-quality social work interventions and fulfilling all statutory duties, including court and adoption work.

As part of a highly stable team (90% permanent staff), you ll work collaboratively with dedicated professionals to ensure the best outcomes for children and families across a large geographical area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support children and young people aged 0 18 with all statutory duties, including court and adoption work.
• Work closely with multi-agency teams to ensure seamless service delivery and strong care plans.
• Build professional and empathetic relationships with families, ensuring they remain central to all decision-making.
• Undertake assessments and care planning, producing clear, evidence-based recordings.
• Conduct effective care planning through statutory reviews, ensuring that children in care receive the best outcomes.
• Travel across rural Somerset to engage with children and families, completing essential visits.

What We re Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in children s social care, including court work and multi-agency collaboration.
• Knowledge of statutory processes and relevant legislation, particularly for children looked after.
• Access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across rural Somerset as required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver high-quality assessments and care plans.

Why Join Ardent Social?

• Competitive pay rates aligned with local authority agreements.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements, including 2 office days per week at the South Somerset Hub.
• Travel allowance for rural visits across Somerset.
• Join a highly supportive team with permanent team managers and 90% permanent staff.
• Opportunities to grow professionally while delivering impactful work for children and families.

Contract Details:

• Duration: Ongoing, with regular extension reviews.
• Location: Hybrid role based at the South Somerset Hub, Yeovil (postcode: BA20 2HT).
• Pay Rate: Competitive rates in line with local authority agreements.

Are you ready to make a difference for children and families across Somerset? Apply today through Ardent Social and join Somerset Council s dedicated CLA team!

Ardent Social is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and ensure no individual is treated less favourably on the grounds of gender, age, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.