3 Month Contract With A Local Authority
Job Purpose
To provide high-quality social work services to children young people families and / or adults in local communities focusing on strengths-based person-centred practice. The Senior Social Worker will manage a complex caseload contribute practice development and support less experienced colleagues through mentoring guidance and professional leadership.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a complex and varied caseload within statutory frameworks including child / adult protection court work safeguarding and care planning.
* Undertake high-quality assessments using evidence-based tools to inform care plans that promote independence safety and well‑being.
* Lead on complex casework including those involving multi‑agency coordination risk management or legal proceedings.
* Provide professional support mentoring and guidance to newly qualified and less experienced social workers.
* Offer case consultation and informal supervision contributing to a culture of reflection learning and safe decision‑making.
* Chair professional meetings where appropriate (e.g. strategy meetings multi‑agency case discussions).
* Ensure timely and accurate recording of assessments plans and decisions in line with policy legislation and service expectations.
* Build and maintain effective working relationships with service users families carers colleagues and partner agencies.
* Promote multi‑agency working and lead on the development of integrated plans that improve outcomes.
* Contribute to service improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities including audits and peer reviews.
* Participate in team duty systems rota cover and support the smooth operation of the locality team.
* Maintain and develop professional knowledge and skills in line with registration requirements best practice standards.
Requirements
* Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England.
* Minimum of 35 years post‑qualification experience including complex case management.
* Sound knowledge of relevant legislation statutory guidance and social work theories.
* Proven ability to manage risk and make autonomous decisions in high‑pressure situations.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to write reports for court or statutory purposes.
* Commitment to anti‑discriminatory practice service user engagement and continuous improvement.
Key Skills
* Motivational Interviewing
* Acute Care
* Crisis Intervention
* Behavioral Health
* Intake Experience
* Hospice Care
* Case Management
* Home Care
* Child Welfare
* Experience with Children
* Social Work
* Addiction Counseling
Employment Details
* Employment Type: Full Time
* Experience: years
* Vacancy: 1
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