Seashell Trust provides education and care to children and young people from 2-25, with the most complex needs and learning difficulties.Were looking for a qualified Social Worker, ideally with experience within an SEN setting to work with us improving the lives of others, every day.About the roleAs a Qualified Social Worker with Seashell, you will work alongside our Head of Safeguarding to deliver the Safeguarding Development and Improvement plan.Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, families and carers and the wider Seashell team, you will be leading case work across the Trust for both our children and young adults.Safeguarding will be at the heart of what you do and remain the absolute priority. Youll evaluate risk and protective factors to mitigate and manage case work effectively, and work to deliver projects and initiatives to strengthen safeguarding knowledge across staff teams and service user groups.You will also provide support and training to staff, families and carers and people who use our service when required and, most importantly, comply to social work England Professional Standards to act safely, respectfully and with professional integrity.You will also get the opportunity to support Social Work students on placement to fulfil the objectives of their course,
Main duties of the job
What youll need for the roleRegistered social worker with two years post qualification is essentialA professional Social Work qualification (social work degree or DipSW) is essential with experience of working in a social care, education or health setting, executing safeguarding duties in line with relevant legislation.Mental Capacity Act 2005 assessment and best interest procedures experience.Experience of safeguarding case work with children, adults at risk of abuse and familiesRelevant CPD or qualifications to evidence a sound working knowledge of statutory safeguarding procedures for children and adultsPrevious experience of managing complex case work, engaging with multi-disciplinary professionalsExperience of delivering evidence-based practice through direct work with children and adults at riskBuild effective, professional relationships with multidisciplinary teams, people who use our services, families/ carers and lead safeguarding case work across the Trust, setting standards and demonstrate accountability for practice decisionsOrganise and manage time effectiveFlexible, approachable and accessible team player
About us
What we can offer youThe chance to make a real difference and the flexibility of a part time roleSocial Work England registration paid annually for qualified social workersCommitment to support CPD requirements of the social work professionA comprehensive health and wellbeing provision including; Employee Assistance, wellbeing programs and Occupational HealthFree on-site parkingCycle to work schemeCompany EventsRefer a friend schemePaid Enhanced DBSRetail, food and leisure discount cardChoice of pension schemeAbout recruitment at SeashellOur vision is for the children and young people in our care to be safe, happy and to achieve the best possible outcomes so that they are valued and valuable members of their communities.Our Core Values are represented within the three Is Integrity Innovation and InvolvementWe value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications.This charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We provide an environment that is safeguarded and as part of our safer recruitment policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check (no cost) and full references will be taken.
Job responsibilities
Qualified Social Worker Children and Young PeopleHours - 37.5 hours per week, flexibility availableSalary - £36,000 - £45,000 per annumLocation - Cheadle Hulme, SK8 6RQType - PermanentSeashell Trust provides education and care to children and young people from 2-25, with the most complex needs and learning difficulties.Were looking for a qualified Social Worker, ideally with experience within an SEN setting to work with us improving the lives of others, every day.About the roleAs a Qualified Social Worker with Seashell, you will work alongside our Head of Safeguarding to deliver the Safeguarding Development and Improvement plan.Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, families and carers and the wider Seashell team, you will be leading case work across the Trust for both our children and young adults.Safeguarding will be at the heart of what you do and remain the absolute priority. Youll evaluate risk and protective factors to mitigate and manage case work effectively, and work to deliver projects and initiatives to strengthen safeguarding knowledge across staff teams and service user groups.You will also provide support and training to staff, families and carers and people who use our service when required and, most importantly, comply to social work England Professional Standards to act safely, respectfully and with professional integrity.You will also get the opportunity to support Social Work students on placement to fulfil the objectives of their course, through mentoring and guidance to ensure a supportive and professional experience.What youll need for the role:Registered social worker with two years post qualification is essentialA professional Social Work qualification (social work degree or DipSW) is essential with experience of working in a social care, education or health setting, executing safeguarding duties in line with relevant legislation.Mental Capacity Act 2005 assessment and best interest procedures experience.Experience of safeguarding case work with children, adults at risk of abuse and familiesRelevant CPD or qualifications to evidence a sound working knowledge of statutory safeguarding procedures for children and adultsPrevious experience of managing complex case work, engaging with multi-disciplinary professionalsExperience of delivering evidence-based practice through direct work with children and adults at riskBuild effective, professional relationships with multidisciplinary teams, people who use our services, families/ carers and lead safeguarding case work across the Trust, setting standards and demonstrate accountability for practice decisionsOrganise and manage time effectiveFlexible, approachable and accessible team playerWhat we can offer youThe chance to make a real difference and the flexibility of a part time roleSocial Work England registration paid annually for qualified social workersCommitment to support CPD requirements of the social work professionA comprehensive health and wellbeing provision including; Employee Assistance, wellbeing programs and Occupational HealthFree on-site parkingCycle to work schemeCompany EventsRefer a friend schemePaid Enhanced DBSRetail, food and leisure discount cardChoice of pension schemeAbout recruitment at SeashellOur vision is for the children and young people in our care to be safe, happy and to achieve the best possible outcomes so that they are valued and valuable members of their communities.Our Core Values are represented within the three Is Integrity Innovation and InvolvementWe value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications.This charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We provide an environment that is safeguarded and as part of our safer recruitment policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check (no cost) and full references will be taken.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* What youll need for the role:
* Registered social worker with two years post qualification is essential
* A professional Social Work qualification (social work degree or DipSW) is essential with experience of working in a social care, education or health setting, executing safeguarding duties in line with relevant legislation.
* Mental Capacity Act 2005 assessment and best interest procedures experience.
* Experience of safeguarding case work with children, adults at risk of abuse and families
* Relevant CPD or qualifications to evidence a sound working knowledge of statutory safeguarding procedures for children and adults
* Previous experience of managing complex case work, engaging with multi-disciplinary professionals
* Experience of delivering evidence-based practice through direct work with children and adults at risk
* Build effective, professional relationships with multidisciplinary teams, people who use our services, families/ carers and lead safeguarding case work across the Trust, setting standards and demonstrate accountability for practice decisions
* Organise and manage time effective
* Flexible, approachable and accessible team player
* What youll need for the role:
* Registered social worker with two years post qualification is essential
* A professional Social Work qualification (social work degree or DipSW) is essential with experience of working in a social care, education or health setting, executing safeguarding duties in line with relevant legislation.
* Mental Capacity Act 2005 assessment and best interest procedures experience.
* Experience of safeguarding case work with children, adults at risk of abuse and families
* Relevant CPD or qualifications to evidence a sound working knowledge of statutory safeguarding procedures for children and adults
* Previous experience of managing complex case work, engaging with multi-disciplinary professionals
* Experience of delivering evidence-based practice through direct work with children and adults at risk
* Build effective, professional relationships with multidisciplinary teams, people who use our services, families/ carers and lead safeguarding case work across the Trust, setting standards and demonstrate accountability for practice decisions
* Organise and manage time effective
* Flexible, approachable and accessible team player
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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