Social Worker Children in Care


Company:	Wiltshire Council
Salary:	£43,848 - £45,948
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Salisbury, SP1 3UZ
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Jul 2026
Closing date:	26 Aug 2026

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Summary

Salary: £43,848 - £45,948 (inclusive of 10% market supplement)

Hours per week: 37 hours

Rolling advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.

We're seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking and Experienced Social Worker to become an integral part of our Children in Care Team in the South of Wiltshire. Dedicated to improving the lives of looked-after children and meeting the unique needs of the most vulnerable, we received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted in September 2023, with positive inspection feedback for our service.

We are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We warmly invite qualified and experienced Social Workers registered with Social Work England to apply! Candidates returning to Social Work after a career break and international social workers are welcomed. We will support you to refresh your skills and re-enter practice confidently as well as practising in the UK.

As part of the Children in Care Team, you will play a vital role in supporting looked-after children and care leavers. You will work closely with children, families, and partner agencies to deliver tailored support, ensuring each child’s needs are met in a safe, inclusive, and empowering way.

We are proactively preparing to meet growing demands while maintaining manageable workloads. To achieve this, we are investing significantly in new positions at the management, Social Worker, and Personal Advisor levels, all aimed at delivering the best possible outcomes for our Children and Families.

We have a package to support our care experienced young people (called the Local Offer) and have creative ways young people can influence our services and enhance inclusion (such as The Leaving Care Forum).

We would value your understanding of the impact of trauma on children, related social care practices, policies, and your thorough knowledge of associated legislation. If you bring prior experience working with children in care, safeguarding, or working with children and young people with disabilities, your application will be highly regarded.

Join our innovative local authority, where you can further your career aspirations. Together, we will continue making a positive impact on the lives of the children and families in Wiltshire.

This position comes with a 10% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis.

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