No matter whether you are at the start of your social work career or in management, you will find Halton Borough Council a great place to practice and progress. Why? Because we value your individual experience, knowledge and creativity. We will support you to develop your skills and make a difference to the lives of children & young people.
Why Join Us
Supporting you in your career
We listen carefully to what our social workers want and need. Our support starts from day one with a structured and informative induction designed to introduce you the team and our approach to systemic practice. We know that to be fully effective in your role, you need to have:
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Manageable caseloads
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Regular structured reflective supervision
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A tailored training programme to support your career goals
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Peer-to-peer support and learning
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A clear understanding of the strategic direction of the service
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The opportunity to be creative in your role
Our benefits package explained
We realise that social work can be just as challenging as it is fulfilling. Therefore we take great care to make sure that you are supported and rewarded.
Generous annual leave
Starting at 25 days plus 8 bank holidays; increasing after 5 years’ service (pro rata for part-time staff).
Structured training
Tailored training programme designed to progress your practice knowledge and support career progression.
Flexi time and agile working
Allowing you to alter your start and finish times in accordance with service needs.
Free car parking
For all our staff at all local authority sites.
Employee health initiatives
Access to a range of wellbeing support services and healthcare initiatives
Local government pension scheme
Generous pension contributions and the option to top up your pension monthly.
Car leasing / salary sacrifice
Subtract the cost of your car before tax is deducted from your salary using our salary sacrifice car lease scheme.
Employee discounts
Benefit from discounts at a wide range of local and national retailers, outlets and leisure facilities.
Join us
Looking for somewhere where you can make as much of a difference to the life chances of children and young people as possible? A place where you are always looking forward? Where there’s a big focus on continuous learning and career progression? You've found it.