• Closing date:
    15 May 2025
  • Department
    Children’s Social Care & Social Work
  • Salary
    £39,951 - £49,083 per annum ( dependent on experience)
  • Vacancy type
    Permanent
  • Hours per week
    36
  • About the role

  •  

    At Hillingdon we’re proud of our commitment of ‘Putting our residents first’, ensuring they’re at the heart of everything we do! We want to attract talented individuals like yourself who share our aspirations for the borough and can support us to deliver exceptional services for Hillingdon. If you are a Social Worker with a passion for making a difference, join our team,  where opportunities for career progression, an OUTSTANDING Ofsted rating and a stable and experienced senior leadership team await you!

    Chart your professional growth in an environment dedicated to nurturing your potential and helping you become the best Social Worker you can be. Our commitment to excellence is unparalleled, showcasing our dedication to providing excellent outcomes for children and the highest standard of care for every child. What Our Social Workers Say: - "Hillingdon offers a supportive and educational opportunity that has allowed me to progress both personally and professionally. The training opportunities are vast, and the support is even greater." - "I chose Hillingdon due to their ethos of working in a child-centered way. The supportive and nurturing environment here has made me feel valued and supported in reaching my professional goals."

     

    What does a Social Worker do at Hillingdon?

    No two days are the same for a social worker. Seeing children, supporting parents, arranging meetings, whilst always working in a child centred manner. Safeguarding is always our priority and we are proud to provide an OUTSTANDING service to children and young people in Hillingdon. Working with a model of relationship-based we know that we make a difference to children's lives.

     

    About you

    • We are looking for dynamic and enthusiastic social workers who are looking to work in a OUTSTANDING local authority. Hillingdon children's services are embarking on a journey to becoming a trauma informed service and we need social workers who have the insight and dedication to join us on this journey whilst being supported in their career development. We're seeking creative, innovative, compassionate, curious, and relationship-based Social Workers who strive to give, seek, receive, and learn from feedback to ensure we provide the best possible service for our children every day.

    Seize the opportunity to make a lasting impact and grow with Hillingdon!

     

    What we offer

    • Free car parking
    • We offer all staff a good work life balance
    • 36-hour week for all full-time staff flexible working hours
    • Generous holiday entitlement - a minimum 26 days a year plus bank holidays
    • Keeping fit and staying active Discounts at council-owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough
    • Cycle purchase scheme
    • Discount on green fees at council-owned golf courses

     

    Financial benefits

    • Local Government pension scheme
    • Access to a Credit Union
    • Access to a variety of offers and discounts from Vivup Benefits
    • Contribution towards Healthcare benefits
    • Immediate and ongoing medical advice from qualified nurses and occupational health professionals through our absence service
    • Contribution towards eye tests and lenses
    • Career support and training

     

    Additional information

    Hillingdon is London's second largest borough, home to Heathrow and is proud to hold the most Green Flags both nationally and internationally. Our employees are located across Hillingdon, with the Civic Centre (our main council offices) in Uxbridge town centre. Our borough has fantastic transport links with the A40, M25, Metropolitan, Piccadilly and Central lines all local to us, so you can travel to work with ease.

    These roles benefit from a market supplement in addition to agreed salary offer of £4250 P.A.
  • About us

  • We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development. 
     
    Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide: 
     
    • Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
    • 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff. 
    • Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
    • Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
    • Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
    • Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
    • Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
    • Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
    • Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
    • Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.  
    Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

    At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly. 
     
    The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities. 
     
    Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success. 
     
    Recruitment Information

    Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a ‘per application’ basis. 

    We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  

    Some posts are subject to The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2019 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.  

    In addition to verifying Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire, the post is subject to the following pre-employment screening: 
     
    • Enhanced DBS Check
    • Qualifications Check
    • Professional Registration Check
    • 5 years of Referencing 

    Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised. 

    It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. 

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