Local Government Jobs

In Redbridge we are proud of our fully operational and integrated Children’s Trust, delivering joined up Health, Social Care and Education Services. Situated in an attractive part of North East London, serving a large diverse community, we are located just 20 minutes away by tube from Central London.

Joining us will give you the opportunity to participate in the continuous development of a multi-agency service and in return you will receive supportive management and access to quality training and development.

We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to lead and manage a Newly Looked After Children Team based within the Children Living Away from Home Service. The role of the team is to provide a specialised service to children being looked after with the aim of early rehabilitation or efficient permanency planning.

With current knowledge of the latest social work developments and legislation, you must be an experienced qualified and GSCC registered Social Worker. As our staff are very important to us, you will also need to have a proven track record in staff management, including providing effective supervision and performance management.

If you’ve got what it takes and are looking for the next step in your social work career, then come and join us.

Interviews will be held week commencing 4th and 10th May 2010

Redbridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. These posts will require a CRB Disclosure check and references may be taken up prior to interview.