Location
Bexleyheath, London Borough of Bexley

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£51,684 per annum

About the Role
SHiFT Bexley is an innovative collaboration between SHiFT, a charity partnering with public services to drive systems change, and Children’s Services at the London Borough of Bexley. The service works intensively and flexibly with children caught up in, or at risk of, the destructive cycle of crime and associated behaviour, doing whatever it takes to set them on a course for success. SHiFT Bexley forms part of the Specialist Adolescent Services alongside the Youth Justice Service and Targeted Youth Service.

The team is expanding its multi-disciplinary practice to include new SHiFT Guide roles for social workers. These social workers will case-hold statutory interventions and support children for whom there are concerns around extrafamilial harm, including criminal or sexual exploitation. SHiFT Social Workers will work systemically with a small number of children and families over a period of approximately 6 to 12 months.

Appointment to this post will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London borough located in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent, combining a city vibe with the tranquillity of Kent. The borough offers award-winning parks, open spaces, heritage sites, excellent transport connections including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25, as well as a range of amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, shopping areas, and numerous schools and further education institutions.

Our offer includes a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme, and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For full details on the benefits package, please refer to the Candidate Information document.

Experience
Please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description for the full list of essential and desirable criteria. Experience working with children and families affected by extrafamilial harm, criminal or sexual exploitation is highly relevant.

About you
You will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. You should be motivated to work systemically and flexibly with children and families, demonstrating resilience and a strong sense of professional responsibility.

As a disability confident employer, the Council welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. Reasonable adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process.

Qualifications
Relevant social work qualifications and registration with the appropriate professional body are required. Additional training and development opportunities will be provided as part of the role.