Children's Social Care Assistant

Permanent, Part Time \- 22\.5hrs per week

We are looking to recruit a part time Children’s Social Care assistant within Bristol East Central Area Office in St Pauls.

This role offers candidates with an interest in working with children and families the opportunity to join a small team of Social Workers and support workers who deliver services to vulnerable children. For those considering a career in children’s social care this is an exciting first step.

You will need strong organisation and administrative skills, a capacity to work under pressure, and a desire to be part of a small team who deliver services to vulnerable families receiving statutory services.

Good communication skills and an ability to use initiative to support the work of the team, are essential qualities. Key skills necessary are being able to use spreadsheets, upload performance information onto a database, administer basic finance process, and take minutes at meetings.

The role can include some direct work with children and their families.

We have a diverse population and families with a variety of backgrounds and history. Therefore, an understanding of equalities and the importance of recognising diversity is essential.

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high\-profile organisation.

Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.

To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career.

For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification or alternatively, please contact

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

*At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.*

*The personal information section (including your name) you’ll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.*

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