School Social Worker

Are you a motivated, passionate and experienced social worker with an inspiring approach that is committed to making a real difference to the lives of children, young people and their families? If so, please read on.

The Schools, Children and Family Wellbeing Service provides therapeutic social work services to schools across West and parts of North Yorkshire working alongside schools, professionals and outside agencies.

Would you like to use your social work skills to provide a high quality therapeutic social work service in schools? We are looking for dedicated individuals who wish to be part of a dynamic preventative service helping children and young people achieve their full potential.

Job Title: School Social Worker

Salary: £30,559 to £35,235 (pro rata dependent on qualifications and experience)

Posts: 1 x Permanent – 22 hours per week  starting 1 May 2025, 1 x temporary 15 hours per week fixed term for 1 year to cover maternity leave starting 1 June 2025.

Location: West Yorkshire (Full UK driving license required)

The deadline for application is Open until the vacancy has been filled. 


About Us

Thank you for your interest in Catholic Care, caring is our passion. We have been putting people at the heart of everything we do for 160 years. All that we do works towards our vision and values; to provide the best care possible with compassion and dignity. We’re committed to looking after people, both staff and our service users. Join us, and you’ll receive a warm welcome.


Experience and Qualifications

You must hold a Social Work Qualification.

You should have counselling and group work skills and be able to work in a multi-disciplinary way as part of the school’s pastoral care team.

You should be able to communicate effectively – in both written and verbal forms

What we offer our employees

What we offer our employees:

  • competitive salary
  • a minimum of 24 days annual holiday plus bank holidays (f/t)
  • comprehensive induction programme with ongoing learning and development
  • regular supervision and performance and development reviews
  • Group Personal Pension Scheme
  • career progression opportunities

Above all, the successful applicant will demonstrate a passion for high quality caring for children and young people and be enthusiastic in playing their part in this service.

To apply for this position, please download the application form or send your CV to recruitment@catholic-care.org.uk

If you require any help or would like more information please email recruitment@catholic-care.org.uk

Catholic Care is an Equal Opportunities employer.

At Catholic Care we provide services to people of all faiths and none and also employ people of all faiths and none.


Ready to apply?

1. Please download and complete our application form linked below

Our application form is an interactive PDF document that allows users to enter text in form fields without the need for PDF editing software.

2. Fill out the online form on the section below and upload your application


Or Alternatively

Download and print a copy of the application form and post it to:

Human Resources Administrator
Catholic Care
11 North Grange Road
Headingley
Leeds
LS6 2BR

Or contact Head Office on 0113 3885400 to discuss the role and express an interest.

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