Due to a recent promotion within our team, we are excited to be advertising for a social worker within our Exploitation Team.

As an exploitation social worker, you will have a passion for working with adolescents and a clear understanding of contextual safeguarding/exploitation. You will work with young people who are at risk of sexual or criminal exploitation, undertaking assessments and working closely with them, their families and multi agency partners to manage risk and develop safety. We would welcome applications from social workers who have excellent communication skills, good understanding of trauma informed practice and be able to work persistently and creatively in engaging and supporting young people and families through challenging times.

In York we are committed to ensuring that we support our children and young people. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate that they have excellent written and oral communication skills. The ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload is a must, along with the ability to plan and prepare assessments that are clear, analytical, and coherent. If you are a highly motivated and committed social worker who prides themselves on providing a high-quality service for children and young people, then we would like to hear from you. In return, you will have manageable caseloads, be part of a friendly and supportive team with clear management, regular individual and group supervision.

It is an exciting time to join us in York! We are undertaking a significant roll out of the Signs of Safety model and a significant investment in staff training. We have a clear career pathway for social workers in York and support and encourage career progression.

City of York Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful candidate to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

As this role is public facing, applicants will need to demonstrate, at interview, their competency to converse and provide advice and guidance to members of the public, in spoken English to CEFR level C1: Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously, almost effortlessly. Only a conceptually difficult subject can hinder a natural, smooth flow of language.

The Council is highly committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. In addition, we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards, and savings.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Leigh Moore, Service Manager at leigh.moore@york.gov.uk or on 07936341202

Closing date: Sunday 19 November  at 12 midnight

Interview date: 29/30 November 2023