Family Safeguarding Social Worker
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Job Summary
2 Month Contract With A Local Authority
To undertake timely high-quality assessments of children and families where there are safeguarding concerns. The post-holder will work within the Family Safeguarding framework to evaluate risk need and protective factors providing professional recommendations to inform child protection planning and intervention. This role focuses solely on assessments and does not include long-term case management.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive Child and Family Assessments in line with statutory guidance (e.g. Working Together to Safeguard Children).
Gather and analyse information from children parents/carers and relevant agencies to identify risks needs and strengths.
Make professional judgments about safeguarding risks and contribute to multi-agency decision-making.
Prepare clear accurate and timely assessment reports for Initial Child Protection Conferences Child in Need meetings and other statutory forums.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local safeguarding procedures policies and legislation.
Liaise effectively with colleagues other social care teams health education and police services to ensure comprehensive assessments.
Attend supervision and team meetings providing reflective practice and professional insights to improve assessment quality.
Support the implementation of early intervention and safeguarding strategies providing recommendations but not managing ongoing cases.
Ensure all records reports and documentation meet organisational and legal standards.
Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with HCPC registration.
Evidence of continued professional development in safeguarding children and family assessment work.
Proven experience in child protection and safeguarding assessments.
Experience working with high-risk families including domestic abuse substance misuse and mental health concerns.
Familiarity with multi-agency safeguarding arrangements and statutory child protection frameworks.
Strong assessment analytical and decision-making skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Capacity to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Resilient and able to manage emotionally challenging situations.
Reflective practitioner open to supervision and feedback.
Non-judgmental empathetic and professional approach.
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
