School Social Worker

Bloxwich Academy, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 7NR

28 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  30 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  2 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £38,679.00 - £38,679.00 Annually (FTE) Pro Rata Salary: £33,417.50 FTE (£38,679)

School Social Worker job summary

School Social Worker

Bloxwich Academy Primary - Bloxwich Lane, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 7JT

37 Hours | Term Time Only | Monday to Friday  

Start Date: ASAP

Pro Rata Salary: £33,417.50 FTE (£38,679) 

The role:   

At Bloxwich Academy Primary School, we are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and qualified Social Worker to join our pastoral team and provide an essential layer of support for our pupils and families.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in promoting the wellbeing of children, working closely with families, school staff, and multi-agency professionals to navigate complex cases and ensure positive, high-quality outcomes for every child.

To be successfully shortlisted for this role, you must:

• Hold a certificate of Qualified Social Worker (CQSW), Diploma in Social Work (DipSW), Social Work Degree or other qualification as recognised by the current Social Work Regulatory Body. 
• Have up to date registration & comply with requirements of current Social Work Regulatory body. 
• Be able to work with multi-agencies as necessary to deal with complex situations and manage boundaries in partnership working. 
• Show the ability to communicate effectively in working relationships and with pupils as well as being an open, honest, and active listener. 
• Be able to remain calm when under pressure and have a strong level of judgement. 

Please refer to the job description for a full list of responsibilities and a person specification. 

About us:
At Bloxwich Academy, we expect everyone to 'be the best they can be'. It is our strong belief that embedding high standards of behaviour with excellent teaching practices, leads to the best educational outcomes. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

To apply directly, please complete our application form on My New Term.

You may also wish to contact Headteacher Mrs Shepherd SShepherd@bloxwichacademy.co.uk to arrange an informal look at the school. 

Application Deadline: 30th October 2026

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding Notice: Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and preemployment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Bloxwich Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 16
• Education phase: All through school
• Size: 1383 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Bloxwich Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bloxwich-academy

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