Job Description
3 months contract with local authority
Join Shropshire’s UASC and Pathway’s team, dedicated to supporting young people aged 16+ who are in care or unaccompanied, as they transition to independence. This role involves fulfilling statutory responsibilities for looked-after children while advancing immigration applications and collaborating with specialist services to secure legal status. The position offers a diverse caseload, including both UASC and non-UASC young people, with a primary focus on planning pathways to adulthood. We seek social workers experienced in UASC and CLA, capable of creatively achieving permanence for older looked-after youth. You will be part of an Outstanding Local Authority, benefiting from a stable team environment, regular reflective supervision, and consistent management oversight.
Responsibilities:
* Fulfill statutory duties for looked-after children.
* Progress immigration applications for unaccompanied minors.
* Collaborate with specialist services to secure legal status for children.
* Manage a mixed caseload of UASC and non-UASC young people.
* Focus on pathway planning for adulthood.
* Employ creative strategies to achieve permanence for older youth.
Requirements
Requirements:
* Experience with UASC and CLA.
* Ability to think creatively in achieving permanence.
* Strong collaboration skills with specialist services.
* Commitment to supporting young people in their transition to independence.
* Ability to work within a stable and supportive team environment.
Requirements
Requirements: Proven experience in quality assurance and reviewing services for children and young people Strong understanding of statutory and regulatory safeguarding requirements Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Commitment to championing the rights and well-being of children and young people