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Employer: Somerset Council
Job Title: Social Worker
Location: England, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Salary: £37,280 to £41,771 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Closing date: 13 May 2026
Role Purpose
This role safeguards and supports children and young people by assessing their needs, planning effective interventions, and helping them thrive in safe, stable environments. It involves working closely with families and professionals to promote safety, wellbeing and positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete high-quality assessments of risk and need.
- Build trusting relationships with children and families.
- Deliver evidence-based interventions and support plans.
- Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for decision-making.
- Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners.
What Somerset Council Is Looking For – Essential Skills/Experience
Strong understanding of social care practice, experience supporting children and families, ability to assess risk, excellent communication skills, and registration with Social Work England and Qualified as a Social Worker.
About the Team/Service
You’ll join Children & Families Social Care, working with children in need, those subject to protection plans, looked-after children and care leavers. The service works in partnership with families, communities and professionals to achieve safe, positive outcomes.
Additional Information
Hybrid working opportunities
30 days annual leave
A commitment to your CPD.
Access to innovative AI technology including Magic Notes.
This role requires multi-agency working, accurate record keeping and commitment to continuous professional development.
Please Note: We may consider offering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship to suitably qualified overseas social workers who are already residing in the UK. To be eligible, applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. Sponsorship will be assessed as part of the recruitment process. This is only available to candidates currently living in the UK, as unfortunately we are unable to provide resettlement support.
Based in Yeovil, Somerset Council is very open to flexible working options. You will need to hold a full driving licence and have access to your own vehicle as travel is required.
Due to the importance of the role applying as soon as possible is recommended. Depending on the level of response, interviews may be conducted ahead of the closing date.
A full job description will be provided to shortlisted candidates or on request.
How to Apply
If this opportunity interests you, head to the company’s official website for full details — click here to submit your application.
