Children Social Worker
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Job Description
We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Nottinghamshire to assist with the appointment of a Children Social Worker on a 3-month contract likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: 21.14 - 28.90 per hour
Summary:
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our Children & Families team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality statutory social work services to children young people and their families ensuring that their welfare and needs are met in line with national legislation policy and best practice.
Responsibilities:
- Undertake assessments of children in need and at risk.
- Develop and implement care plans to ensure safety stability and positive outcomes.
- Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to safeguard children and support families.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in accordance with council and legal requirements.
- Represent the department at meetings reviews and court proceedings where necessary.
Essential Requirements:
- Car owner/driver with a full UK driving licence (essential for visiting clients across the district).
- Registered with Social Work England.
- Social Work qualification (e.g. Degree or Diploma in Social Work).
- Strong understanding of child protection safeguarding procedures and relevant legislation.
- Excellent communication assessment and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage a complex caseload.
Experience Required:
- Minimum 3 years post-qualifying experience in a statutory childrens services role.
- Proven experience working in a fast-paced environment handling complex cases.
Please note:
- You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
- You should have right to work in U.K
- This role requires an Enhanced DBS
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary though assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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Employment Type
Full Time
