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Bloxwich Academy – Leamore Lane, Bloxwich WS2 7NR
- 5hrs | Term Time | 3 days
The role:
At Bloxwich Academy, we want the best for every single child and are looking for a School Social Worker to help us achieve this. We are seeking to expand our Social Worker team by adding additional capacity with this part time role.
The successful candidate will play a key part in supporting our pupils and families by joining our Safeguarding and Pastoral team. There should be no barriers to learning and a strong, supportive, and dedicated Social Worker will help young people be successful in school while preparing them for success in their future careers.
Some of the main responsibilities of the role will include responding appropriately to disclosures about pupils, making referrals to Children’s Services and other agencies and attending Child in Need and Early Help meetings.
Your skillset will include:
- Certificate of Qualified Social Worker (CQSW), Diploma in Social Work (Dip SW), Social Work Degree or other qualification as recognised by the current Social Work Regulatory Body;
- Up to date registration and compliance with the requirements of current Social Work Regulatory body;
- Ability to work with multi-agencies as necessary to deal with complex situations;
- Being able to remain calm when under pressure and have a strong level of judgement.
About us:
Bloxwich Academy is a member of the Matrix Academy Trust family of schools, where staff routinely collaborate to make things the best they can be for every single child. We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of every member of our team.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP (for you and your family), physiotherapy services, counselling services and much more. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.
To apply, please complete our application form available from https://www.workatmatrix.co.uk/ and send to the HR Director Molly Thomason MThomason@matrixacademytrust.co.uk
Application Deadline: 27th October 2024
Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education
Job Type: Full-timePay: £35,041.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bloxwich, WS2 7NR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Social Work England (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Application deadline: 27/10/2024