Localities Social Worker

Sutton - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

4 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose:

To provide high-quality social work support and interventions to children young people and vulnerable adults within the local community. The role requires assessment planning and implementation of services to safeguard and promote the welfare of individuals while working collaboratively with families carers and multi-agency partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct assessments of children young people and adults who may be at risk of harm or require support.
Develop and implement care and support plans tailored to the needs of individuals and their families.
Provide direct support and advocacy for service users ensuring their voices and choices are central to decision-making.

Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns promptly following statutory procedures and local policies.
Take appropriate action to protect vulnerable adults and children from abuse neglect or exploitation.
Maintain detailed and accurate records of assessments interventions and outcomes.

Work effectively with schools healthcare providers police voluntary agencies and other relevant partners to ensure coordinated support.
Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and case conferences as required.

Willingness and ability to travel outside the borough to meet the needs of children young people and vulnerable adults.
Engage with service users in a variety of settings including home visits community facilities and specialist services.

Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge in social work practice legislation and local authority procedures.
Participate in supervision reflective practice and training to develop skills and ensure high-quality service delivery.
Comply with all statutory requirements policies and professional standards including GDPR and confidentiality.

Requirements

Professional qualification in Social Work (CQSW DipSW or equivalent).
Registration with Social Work England (or relevant professional body).
Experience in statutory social work with children and/or adults.
Knowledge of relevant legislation (Children Act 1989/2004 Care Act 2014 Working Together 2018 etc.).
Experience of multi-agency working and safeguarding procedures.

Additional Information

Bi-Weekly Payments
36 Working Hours Per Week
SW registration is required

4 Month Contract With A Local AuthorityJob Purpose:To provide high-quality social work support and interventions to children young people and vulnerable adults within the local community. The role requires assessment planning and implementation of services to safeguard and promote the welfare of ind...

4 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose:

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct assessments of children young people and adults who may be at risk of harm or require support.
Develop and implement care and support plans tailored to the needs of individuals and their families.
Provide direct support and advocacy for service users ensuring their voices and choices are central to decision-making.

Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns promptly following statutory procedures and local policies.
Take appropriate action to protect vulnerable adults and children from abuse neglect or exploitation.
Maintain detailed and accurate records of assessments interventions and outcomes.

Work effectively with schools healthcare providers police voluntary agencies and other relevant partners to ensure coordinated support.
Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and case conferences as required.

Willingness and ability to travel outside the borough to meet the needs of children young people and vulnerable adults.
Engage with service users in a variety of settings including home visits community facilities and specialist services.

Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge in social work practice legislation and local authority procedures.
Participate in supervision reflective practice and training to develop skills and ensure high-quality service delivery.
Comply with all statutory requirements policies and professional standards including GDPR and confidentiality.

Requirements

Professional qualification in Social Work (CQSW DipSW or equivalent).
Registration with Social Work England (or relevant professional body).
Experience in statutory social work with children and/or adults.
Knowledge of relevant legislation (Children Act 1989/2004 Care Act 2014 Working Together 2018 etc.).
Experience of multi-agency working and safeguarding procedures.