Children's Record Team Social Worker
Location: Newcastle Council, Children's Services Role: Children's Record Team (Non-Case-Holding) Rate: £27.56 per hour
Looking for an analytical, non-frontline role in Children's Services?
We are seeking a dedicated Locum Social Worker to join the Children's Record Team at Newcastle Council. This is an exciting and essential non-case-holding role where your comprehensive understanding of statutory records, compliance, and children's history is paramount.
What You Will Be Doing:
* Manage and review sensitive and complex statutory case records.
* Ensure all case files comply with legal, statutory, and local authority requirements.
* Conduct audits and quality assurance checks on records, identifying and rectifying discrepancies.
* Provide expert advice to colleagues on compliance, retention, and access procedures (e.g., subject access requests).
* Your focus will be on the integrity and management of documentation, without direct case-holding responsibilities.
Why Choose This Role?
* Stable Focus: Utilize your social work knowledge in a vital, non-case-holding administrative environment.
* Competitive Pay: Earn a solid locum rate of £27.56 per hour.
* Specialist Skill Development: Deepen your expertise in statutory frameworks and record-keeping compliance.
Requirements:
* Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
* Prior experience in Children's Services is essential, with a strong understanding of case file management and statutory requirements (e.g., relating to Looked After Children, Child Protection).
* Highly organized, meticulous, and dedicated to maintaining high standards of data integrity and confidentiality.
Apply now for this crucial specialist role!
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