Opus LGSS People Solutions are currently looking for enthusiastic, motivated and experienced social workers to join the diverse and supportive children's services at Cambridgeshire County Council.

If you are a confident Social Worker looking for a role where you can contribute positively to the lives of children the role is suited to you.

The roles are based within the Children Services in various teams and locations across Cambridgeshire including: March, Wisbech, Ely, Huntingdon, Cambridge City. There are full-time and part-time hours as a job share available.

Contact us directly for further information on the role and location/team specific information.

As a Social Worker you will:

Communicate effectively to allow you to form highly effective working relationships with your team, other professionals and our service users & families
Make informed decisions involving complex and sen Make informed decisions involving complex and sensitive situations to identify the needs and plan and deliver the appropriate care and supportMake informed decisions involving complex and sensitive situations to identify the needs and plan and deliver the appropriate care and support
Be at the forefront of managing change, undertaking assessments and attending initial court hearing to achieve the best possible outcomes for children, young people and their families in Cambridgeshire.We are looking for Social Workers to join the following teams:

First Response Team
Safeguarding and Care Planning Teams
Looked After Children and UASC Teams
Disabled Children's Team
Recruitment, Fostering and Connected Persons Team
Permanence Team
Adoption Team
Post Adoption TeamWhat you will bring to the role:

Self-confidence
Excellent report writing skills
The ability to be organised and meet deadlines
Ability to work autonomously
You will possess highly developed knowledge and experience of Social Work Practice in Children's Services
2 years' experience within the area that you apply for
A commitment to representing our Cambridgeshire Children's Service and want to be part of a flagship for the children service innovation, where you will find creative solutions to challenging situations.Essential Qualifications/ Experience:

Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years post-qualifying experience in children's services
Social worker qualification at degree level or equivalent
Evidence of continued professional development
HCPC registration
Current enhanced DBS certificate valid to work with childrenWhat Opus can offer you:

£1000 'Golden Hello' payment for new social workers (subject to terms and conditions)
The opportunity to work with a diverse and supportive team, to empower you to make important decisions that impact our service users
A working environment where all staff are listened to, opinions and ideas are valued and anyone can influence the future of the service
Free parking at Herward Hall in March,
Holiday entitlement of up to 36 days per annum, pro rata (including bank holidays)
3% pension contribution from employer
Mileage - 45p
Flexible working hours - Part time hours and job shares available
Opportunity to apply for social work roles across the East of England through Opus LGSS