At Hillingdon Council, we are proud to live our commitment to Putting Our Residents First, ensuring children and families are at the heart of everything we do. We are now delivering services through an exciting new family help approach, placing social workers closer to the communities they serve.
This approach is fully aligned with the latest DfE Family First Partnership expectations, ensuring practice that is child-centred, community-focused, and responsive to local needs. As a Social Worker in Hillingdon, no two days will be the same. Key responsibilities include:
We are committed to delivering OUTSTANDING outcomes for children and young people - and we are proud that Ofsted agrees. Now, we are looking for more exceptional social workers to join us and help shape the future of children's services in Hillingdon.
To apply for this position, please submit your application through the online portal. For informal enquiries about this role, please contact the recruitment team.
We're looking for passionate, resilient, and forward-thinking Social Workers who are ready to make a real impact. We seek professionals who are excited by our localities model and the opportunity to work more closely with local communities. The ideal candidate will:
At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, qualifications check, professional registration check, and 5 years of referencing.
On joining our Children’s Social Care team, you’ll be welcomed and made to feel ‘at home’, benefitting from the right tools, skills, and resources. From day one you’ll meet with colleagues across the council who will provide expert guidance and support to succeed and develop your career at Hillingdon - giving you that ‘Hillingdon feeling’.
Our commitment to continuous improvement is also reflected in our dedication to lead, coach, and invest into our people. Whether you’re just about to embark on a career within social care, or aspire to progress into senior roles, we offer clear development pathways to help you achieve your career ambitions.
With access to a wide range of training and learning opportunities (PAMs, AIMs, CGP2, etc.), every day is a ‘learning day’. Partnering with local Universities to offer the ‘Practice Educators programme’ we’re keen to not only enhance the quality of our social care provision, but also supercharge your career!
In addition to a comprehensive career development plan, we offer a range of benefits which include:
Local government average salary pension scheme
From 26 to 34 days annual leave (rising to 37, dependant on length of service)
Free on-site parking when working at our civic centre offices
Career breaks
Hybrid working and flexible working hours
Season ticket loan
Access to a credit union
Access to a wide range of trainings, courses, and other types of professional development
Discount on a variety of adult education courses run by the council
Payment of professional fees where these are required
Discounts at council-owned leisure centres and swimming pools at Hillingdon (Uxbridge), Queensmead (South Ruislip), Highgrove (Ruislip) and Botwell Green (Hayes)
Cycle purchase scheme
Car sharing scheme
30% discount on green fees at council-owned golf courses
If you'd like to arrange an informal chat about this role, please send us an email to recruitment@hillingdon.gov.uk, highlighting your name, contact details, and the name of this role.