We put children and families at the heart of everything we do and work together to improve their quality of life and ensure they receive early support when they need it.
We know families are the experts in their own lives and it is important we listen to them and understand their needs. We work with them, not to or for them, to keep families together and support them to build on their own strengths and relationships to be the best they can be.
Over the last year, Warwickshire Children and Families Service has secured additional investment from the county council and the Department for Education, as we transform ourselves and our services to ensure we can do this effectively to achieve the best outcomes for children.
We are investing in new ways of working to allow increased focus on building strong relationships with families and helping them to find long-lasting solutions to any problems they may face. Our practice helps people to recognise their expertise so they are resilient and equipped to help themselves and be in control.
We are also investing in our single most important asset, our staff. Our teams make an impact throughout the county and everyone has a role to play. Children’s social work is a rewarding and challenging career and this drives our people to succeed and achieve for today’s children and future generations.
Hear more from some of our social workers.
In conversation with Nigel Minns (Director for Children’s Services) and John Coleman (Assistant Director for Children’s Services)
Hear from Nigel and John about what sets Warwickshire’s Children’s Service apart, including:
- The children and families approach
- Our response to COVID-19
- Staff wellbeing
- Training and development
- Finance and investment
- Caseloads
- Why choose Warwickshire?
Child Friendly Warwickshire
Children and young people in Warwickshire are at the heart of all we do and we build strong relationships and connections with families to help them find long-lasting solutions. The needs of children and their families guide our social work practice as we work with them to achieve the best outcomes.
This is all part of our Child Friendly Warwickshire programme which is designed to help make Warwickshire as safe, stable and full of opportunity for young people as possible with access to good health, education and other services.
Social work in Warwickshire is rewarding and fulfilling and offers plenty of variety and challenge. The training and development opportunities available mean you can shape your own career, whether that’s becoming the best at what you do, progressing with your strengths and ambition or exploring interests in other areas, you’ll grow into who you want to be.
If you'd like to find out more about our service or you have any questions about working in the Children and Families Service, please email workforus@warwickshire.gov.uk