Advanced Social Worker
Staffordshire County Council
Branston, Burton-On-TrentView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
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Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
The role is a full‑time Advanced Social Worker helping vulnerable children and families with protection plans and care cases. It suits experienced social workers who are empathetic and can work well in a team.
What you'll need
- A recognised Social Work degree or equivalent qualification.
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Experience in child protection and care proceedings.
- Strong communication skills and ability to listen to children.
- Ability to work full‑time and handle a varied caseload.
How to boost your chances
- Update your CV to highlight any child protection work.
- Prepare examples of how you have put a child's voice at the centre of decisions.
- Check that your HCPC registration is current before applying.
- Research Staffordshire County Council’s values and mention them in your cover letter.
- Arrange references who can speak about your teamwork and case management skills.
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Job description
We have an opportunity for an experienced Advanced Social worker to join our assessment and staying together team on a full-time basis. You would be supporting vulnerable children, and the families through child protection planning and care proceedings. Ensuring the needs of children are paramount and their voice is central to the work you do. Our Social Workers make a huge difference to the lives of people across our county. They take pride in supporting children and families and we’re equally…
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
23 October 2026
Last checked
23 October 2026
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