Social Worker

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

Job Location:

Milton Keynes - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3 month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Childrens Social Worker to join our Assessment Pod within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). The successful candidate will play a vital role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in Milton Keynes.

As part of the Assessment Pod you will work within a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment carrying out assessments managing referrals and working closely with partner agencies to ensure childrens needs are identified and met in a timely effective and proportionate manner.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake high-quality assessments of children in need children in need of protection and children in need of care.
Make sound evidence-based decisions regarding thresholds and the level of intervention required.
Liaise effectively with other professionals and partner agencies contributing to strategy discussions and multi-agency meetings.
Develop and implement clear outcome-focused plans to support children and families.
Manage a defined caseload in line with statutory requirements and local procedures.
Maintain up-to-date and accurate case records on the Councils recording systems.
Participate in supervision team meetings and ongoing professional development.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the MASH and Assessment service.

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker (Degree in Social Work CQSW DipSW or equivalent).
Registered with Social Work England.
Minimum 3 years post-qualifying experience (PQE) within Childrens Social Care.
Strong knowledge of legislation guidance and procedures relevant to safeguarding and child protection.
Ability to work effectively in a multi-agency environment and under pressure.
Excellent communication assessment and analytical skills.
Commitment to promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people.

3 month Contract With A Local AuthorityJob PurposeWe are seeking an experienced and dedicated Childrens Social Worker to join our Assessment Pod within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). The successful candidate will play a vital role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and ...