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We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Social Worker to join our Children's Social Work Service team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse case load including Child in Need, Child Protection, and Child in Care cases, including involvement in Care Proceedings where necessary.
Responsibilities:
1. Manage a case load of Child in Need, Child Protection, and Child in Care cases, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
2. Conduct assessments and develop care plans in collaboration with children, families, and other professionals.
3. Provide timely and effective interventions to support children and families in crisis situations.
4. Attend court hearings and represent the interests of children in Care Proceedings.
5. Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including partner agencies and service providers.
6. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in accordance with statutory requirements and departmental policies.
7. Support duty responsibilities as part of the Children's Social Work Service, including responding to safeguarding concerns and emergencies.
Requirements:
8. Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
9. Previous experience working within Children's Social Work Services, preferably in a similar local authority setting.
10. Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to child protection and welfare.
11. Excellent assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
12. Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
13. Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
14. Flexibility to work at least three days a week in the office and participate in duty rota arrangements.
Benefits of working with Randstad Care:
15. Competitive rates of pay
16. Weekly pay
17. One committed and dedicated point of contact
18. An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
19. A full range of free training available
20. Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
21. Free healthcare, medical and financial advice available
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Social Worker to join our Children's Social Work Service team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse case load including Child in Need, Child Protection, and Child in Care cases, including involvement in Care Proceedings where necessary.
Responsibilities:
22. Manage a case load of Child in Need, Child Protection, and Child in Care cases, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
23. Conduct assessments and develop care plans in collaboration with children, families, and other professionals.
24. Provide timely and effective interventions to support children and families in crisis situations.
25. Attend court hearings and represent the interests of children in Care Proceedings.
26. Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including partner agencies and service providers.
27. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in accordance with statutory requirements and departmental policies.
28. Support duty responsibilities as part of the Children's Social Work Service, including responding to safeguarding concerns and emergencies.
Requirements:
29. Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
30. Previous experience working within Children's Social Work Services, preferably in a similar local authority setting.
31. Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to child protection and welfare.
32. Excellent assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
33. Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
34. Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
35. Flexibility to work at least three days a week in the office and participate in duty rota arrangements.
Benefits of working with Randstad Care:
36. Competitive rates of pay
37. Weekly pay
38. One committed and dedicated point of contact
39. An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
40. A full range of free training available
41. Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
42. Free healthcare, medical and financial advice available
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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