Social Work Vacancies- Children & Families Teams

Come and Make a Difference – Join our Award Winning Children and Families Social Work Teams at Central Bedfordshire Council

Directorate: Children and Families
Salary: Social Worker (Level 1): £39,911 – £42,662 per annum pro rata (this includes a standard MRS £5,100 per annum pro rata)
Social Worker (Level 2): £47,476 – £49,069 per annum pro rata (this includes a standard MRS £5,150 per annum pro rata and enhanced MRS £3,850 per annum pro rata)
Senior Practitioner: £50,542 – £53,796 per annum pro rata (this includes a standard MRS £5,150 per annum pro rata and enhanced MRS £4,350 per annum pro rata)

Are you an experienced and compassionate Social Worker or Senior Practitioner ready to take the next step in a supportive, innovative, and ambitious Children & Families team? Do you want to be part of a service rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in March 2025 that genuinely values your contribution and puts children and families at the heart of everything we do?

We are recruiting Social Workers with at least one year’s post-qualifying experience to join our dynamic, forward-thinking Children & Families teams. You’ll be working in a rewarding family where your voice matters, your work is valued, and your development is a priority. We believe in co-production, where children, families, and professionals work together to create meaningful change.

(Those who are newly qualified and seeking ASYE opportunities should apply through the dedicated ASYE advert that will go live in early 2026).

This is challenging and rewarding work, but you won’t be doing it alone — we’re with you every step of the way.

We are passionate about Systemic Practice and Motivational Training, supporting you with reflective supervision, dedicated time to plan interventions, and access to an excellent learning and development offer.

We are looking for qualified Social Workers who:

• Have a good understanding of how to apply different social work theories and models in practice.
• Can design and deliver imaginative, ambitious interventions that improve outcomes for children and young people.
• Are committed to building strong, respectful relationships with families.
• Want to be part of an organisation that is ambitions and values collaboration, creativity, mutual respect and continuous improvement.

At Central Bedfordshire Council, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll discover a place where you can do the best work of your career, supported by a team that recognises the rewards of social work and shares your dedication to improving lives.

Come and be part of our social work family. Join us in shaping a brighter future for children, families and communities where your work will truly make a difference.

Please note you must hold Social Work England registration to be considered for a role within our teams and have right to work in the UK – Central Bedfordshire Council cannot offer Sponsorship.

If you do not hold Social Work England registration and would like to find out more about social work careers please visit the link below

National Careers Service – Social Work Careers

This is an ongoing advert with applications being regularly reviewed and interviews arranged.