Consultant Social Worker – Special Adolescent Safeguarding Hub (EAST)
Hertfordshire (East)
£42.50 per hour
Full-time | Temporary contract
Pertemps are proud to be working with Hertfordshire County Council to recruit an experienced Consultant Social Worker for their Special Adolescent Safeguarding Hub (SASH) in the East of the county.
About the Role
This is a case-holding role within the SASH Team, where you’ll also provide supervision and support to unqualified members of the team. You’ll play a key role in safeguarding adolescents and supporting them to achieve positive, sustainable outcomes.
You’ll work with young people facing a range of complex issues, including:
1. Child Sexual and Criminal Exploitation
2. Homelessness and family breakdown (preventing children from becoming looked after)
3. Missing from home concerns
4. Risk of radicalisation
5. Young people in, or at risk of entering, the Criminal Justice System
6. Rehabilitation home following a period of being looked after
Requirements
Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
Strong knowledge of current safeguarding legislation and practice
Experience working with adolescents facing complex social and safeguarding challenges
Confident supervising and supporting less experienced staff
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Additional Information
Free on-site parking
Kitchen facilities and local shops within walking distance
Why work through Pertemps?
By applying through Pertemps, you’ll benefit from:
7. A dedicated consultant with access to roles nationwide and available whenever you need support
8. A simple online registration process
9. Attractive referral schemes and incentives
10. Ongoing compliance fully managed for you
11. Prompt and reliable payroll
12. …and much more!
To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Freya Joseph on 07471 306880 or email .