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Opus People Solutions, on behalf of Suffolk County Council, has an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join their Children in Care Team.
Location: Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3YU
Working Arrangements: to work from the office 3 days a week
Key Responsibilities:
1. Act as the case responsible person / allocated social worker for children in care proceedings and children in long-term care or those for whom permanent alternative care planning is progressing.
2. Undertake direct work with children in care, understanding their lived experiences, wishes, and feelings.
3. Create life story work and produce life story books.
4. Write, review, and update children’s care plans, considering their identified needs.
5. Prepare reports for Children in Care reviews and court proceedings.
6. Collaborate with the child’s carers, parents, family network, and other professionals involved in care planning, including the child’s IRO, Guardian, Health, and Education teams.
The role involves significant travel, sometimes to rural locations to visit children in placements; therefore, a driving license is essential.
If you have at least 3 years of social work experience and are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you.
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