Young People's Social Worker
| Posting date: | 13 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,841 to £48,035 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Inclusive of 15% market supplement |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 December 2025 |
| Location: | County Hall, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8JN |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Wiltshire Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5789 |
Summary
Children in Care and Young People - Transforming Young Lives
Young People’s Social Worker
Join Wiltshire’s Young People’s Service, part of the Family and Children’s Service, where we lead and develop targeted and specialist support for vulnerable youth. As a Young People’s Social Worker, you’ll work directly with adolescents aged 10–17 who are at risk of or experiencing exploitation, offending, going missing, or facing significant vulnerabilities. You’ll hold case responsibility for children in need and those requiring protection, conducting assessments, planning interventions, and working collaboratively with families and multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes.
This role demands a trauma-informed approach, a deep understanding of adolescent development, and the ability to creatively meet complex needs within available resources. You will be expected to contribute to safeguarding processes, attend relevant meetings and court hearings, and maintain accurate records. Flexibility is key, with occasional work outside normal hours to support families when they need it most.
We’re looking for a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England, with strong knowledge of child protection legislation, exploitation indicators, and youth justice. Experience working with vulnerable young people, children in care, and their families is essential, along with the ability to apply theory to practice and engage effectively with adolescents.
This is a chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people in Wiltshire. If you’re passionate about supporting vulnerable youth and thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Young People’s Social Worker
Join Wiltshire’s Young People’s Service, part of the Family and Children’s Service, where we lead and develop targeted and specialist support for vulnerable youth. As a Young People’s Social Worker, you’ll work directly with adolescents aged 10–17 who are at risk of or experiencing exploitation, offending, going missing, or facing significant vulnerabilities. You’ll hold case responsibility for children in need and those requiring protection, conducting assessments, planning interventions, and working collaboratively with families and multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes.
This role demands a trauma-informed approach, a deep understanding of adolescent development, and the ability to creatively meet complex needs within available resources. You will be expected to contribute to safeguarding processes, attend relevant meetings and court hearings, and maintain accurate records. Flexibility is key, with occasional work outside normal hours to support families when they need it most.
We’re looking for a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England, with strong knowledge of child protection legislation, exploitation indicators, and youth justice. Experience working with vulnerable young people, children in care, and their families is essential, along with the ability to apply theory to practice and engage effectively with adolescents.
This is a chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people in Wiltshire. If you’re passionate about supporting vulnerable youth and thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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