Working with Children & Young People

Herefordshire is experiencing a period of positive transformation. With new leadership at the helm, Herefordshire Children’s Services is committed to delivering exceptional care and support to its children and families. To achieve this, we are seeking passionate, professional, and dedicated individuals who are ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. If you are driven by a strong sense of purpose, have a compassionate approach to social care, and are looking to work within a supportive, forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of social care in Herefordshire and help us create a positive impact in the community.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes:

Professional Development:
Protected time and budget to support social workers in developing themselves and their careers.
Social Care Academy:
A comprehensive package of support and development to staff at all levels.
Career Progression:
There are clear pathways to progress to senior social worker levels.
Generous Annual Leave:
31 days’ annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays.
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme:
You can also purchase an additional 10 days per annum.
Relocation Packages:
Relocation support of up to £10,000.

Welcome Payment:
A £5,000 payment, payable to those with two years’ service in eligible roles, including Social Workers, Senior Practitioners, Advanced Practitioners, Managing Practitioners and Team Managers.
Flexible Working:
Flexi-time, job-share, part-time hours and, in some instances, home working.
Employee Assistance Program:
24/7 access to support and counselling.
Pick Your Perks:
Our benefits include access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits. This includes savings, cash back and discounts.

More about Our Benefits

Service Areas

Within the Children and Young People Directorate, we have a number of dedicated
and multi-disciplinary teams that support children, young people, families and carers.