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Childrens Social Care Assistant x3

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Bristol City Council

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Government & Politics
    People, HR & Administration
  • Bristol

AI generated summary

  • You need strong organizational and administrative skills, good communication, initiative, and the ability to work under pressure. An Enhanced DBS Check is required for this role.
  • You will manage data systems, support Social Workers, engage with families, organize tasks, create spreadsheets, and handle enquiries while ensuring confidentiality.

Requirements

  • You will need strong organisation and administrative skills, a capacity to work under pressure, and an ability to be responsive to changes. The key skills necessary are being able to create systems to keep the team functioning, create and use spreadsheets, upload performance information onto our key database.
  • Good communication skills and an ability to use initiative to support the work of the team are essential qualities.
  • Please note this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check as you will be dealing with highly confidential information about vulnerable people.

Responsibilities

  • This role will involve a daily use of spreadsheets/data systems and an ability to respond to a wide range of processes.
  • You will have regular contact with children, young people and families, as well as other professionals supporting our Social Workers and Key Workers to provide a responsive service to vulnerable children and their families. There will be contact with professionals and families visiting the building so you will need to be able to respond effectively to enquiries.
  • You will need strong organisation and administrative skills, a capacity to work under pressure, and an ability to be responsive to changes. The key skills necessary are being able to create systems to keep the team functioning, create and use spreadsheets, upload performance information onto our key database.
  • Good communication skills and an ability to use initiative to support the work of the team are essential qualities.
  • Please note this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check as you will be dealing with highly confidential information about vulnerable people.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Children's Social Care Assistant position?

The working hours are full-time, totaling 37 hours per week.

Is this position permanent?

Yes, the Children's Social Care Assistant positions are permanent.

What qualifications are necessary for this role?

While specific qualifications are not detailed, strong organisational and administrative skills, as well as good communication skills, are essential for this role.

Will there be direct contact with children and families?

Yes, the role involves regular contact with children, young people, families, and other professionals.

What type of background check is required for this role?

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check due to the handling of confidential information about vulnerable individuals.

What skills are particularly important for a Children's Social Care Assistant?

Key skills include the ability to create systems for team functionality, proficiency in spreadsheets, and strong communication skills with the capacity to work under pressure.

Are there any career development opportunities available?

Yes, there is unrivalled career development with an excellent training and progression program tailored for social workers.

What type of environment can I expect to work in?

You can expect a supportive work environment with a focus on staff well-being and high satisfaction levels reported in supervision and management support.

How can I apply for this position?

To apply, you will need to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria as outlined in the Person Specification within the application form.

Does Bristol City Council have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Bristol City Council is committed to ensuring diversity in its hiring process, welcoming applications from all sections of the community, particularly those from Black, racially minoritised, and Disabled candidates.

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Bristol City Council

We’re a vibrant local authority responsible for providing services to over 459,000 people in Bristol.

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Mission & Purpose

We provide hundreds of day-to-day services, from being a landlord, providing social care and running our museums, libraries and parks. We deliver a diverse range of services to support people who live and work in Bristol, and people who visit the city too. We are committed to building a better Bristol – a city where everyone shares in its success. To achieve our vision we must ensure the social, economic and political inclusion of everyone, irrespective of age, gender, sexuality, disability, ethnicity, religion or socio-economic status. We have an ambitious vision to build a better Bristol that includes everyone in the city’s success. That’s why we’re looking for innovative and talented individuals who can help us achieve this vision. We want people who share our values and commitment to serve the city, its communities and citizens. Join us and you'll get more than a challenging job; you'll enjoy all the benefits of living and working in one of Europe's most vibrant and best-located cities. We strive for an inclusive, high-performing, healthy and motivated workforce. To help us achieve this we offer a range of flexible working options to help you balance your work and home life. We need dynamic people from a diverse range of backgrounds who are keen to work in a fast-paced environment to help empower people to live successful and independent lives as part of their community. We’re looking for people as vibrant, as inspiring and as unique as the city of Bristol itself.