JOB [ Click Apply]db742659 Locum Social Worker - Cared For Children Team - Rochdale - £35 Hourly, Full Time Ongoing Embark on an exciting new opportunity as a Locum Social Worker with the Cared For Children Team in Rochdale. This role offers an attractive hourly rate of £35, ensuring your skills and efforts are well-compensated. This ongoing full-time position is perfect for those seeking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility of locum work. Perks and benefits: * Enjoy the flexibility of an hourly salary, allowing you to balance work and personal life effectively. * Relish the opportunity to work full time, offering stability and a steady stream of rewarding cases. * Take advantage of diverse working conditions that foster personal and professional growth. * Experience the support of an inclusive team environment, where collaboration and learning are encouraged. * Benefit from hands-on experience handling complex cases, enhancing your skills and expertise. What you will do: * Be responsible for a caseload of more complex cases, providing insightful advice to fellow social workers. * Support your colleagues by offering guidance to less experienced social workers, and supervise students, trainees, and support staff. * Participate actively in planning and reviewing cases to ensure the best outcomes for service users. * Develop and maintain effective relationships with service users, their families, and carers. * Promote independence and early intervention by providing sound advice and support. * Liaise with colleagues across departments and external agencies to gather essential information for assessments and care planning. * Maintain and update case notes and records to the highest ethical and quality standards. * Generate high-quality reports and, when necessary, provide evidence in court settings. * Work effectively in complex situations, evaluate practices, and contribute to capacity building within communities and organisations. * Serve as a trusted knowledge source for peers, offering guidance and advice. * Engage in duty matters through a rota system to provide comprehensive support. Qualifications and Requirements: * Hold a professional qualification in Social Work with substantial experience in a relevant field. * Possess deep knowledge of care assessment, planning, and an understanding of relevant legislation. * Showcase supervisory skills, especially in guiding students, trainees, and support staff. * Demonstrate excellent analytical, planning, and communication abilities. * Minimum of 2 years' experience working within a Cared for Children Team, with specific responsibilities for dealing with more complex cases, including assessment and appropriate management of risks This is your chance to make a difference in Rochdale, a vibrant town that combines rich industrial heritage with picturesque countryside. Embrace the adventure and contribute positively to a community that values your expertise and dedication. Relocate to where your talents are appreciated, and enjoy the balance of urban convenience and natural beauty that Rochdale has to offer. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.