JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Duty and Assessment Team Specialism: Duty and Assessment Location: Warwick, UK Salary: £33.30 Hourly Type: Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time Embark on an exhilarating career journey as a Senior Social Worker in the Duty and Assessment Team within the vibrant setting of Warwick. With an attractive pay of £33.30 per hour on a part-time or full-time basis, this ongoing opportunity calls for your expertise in social work, offering a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. Revel in the chance to make a profound impact whilst enjoying the flexibility and autonomy that locum roles offer. You will become an integral part of a dedicated duty team focused on delivering essential services with excellence and urgency. Perks and benefits: Full Time/Part Time Flexibility: Experience the best of both worlds with working patterns tailored to fit your lifestyle and commitments. Competitive Pay: Enjoy a strong hourly rate that reflects your experience and contribution. Diverse Experience: Benefit from varied work settings and broaden your professional skills across different cases and challenges. Locum Freedom: Relish the flexibility to choose assignments aligned with your career goals and personal schedule. Supportive Network: Gain access to a collaborative community of professionals to enhance your practice and delivery. What you will do: Undertake and oversee complex assessments under Section 17 and Section 47 of the Children Act 1989, ensuring clear analysis of risk and need within statutory timescales. Lead safeguarding enquiries, including strategy discussions and multi-agency decision-making with Police, Health, and partner agencies. Provide mentoring, guidance, and informal supervision to Social Workers and ASYE staff, fostering high standards of practice. Screen referrals and support threshold decisions within the duty function, ensuring appropriate and proportionate intervention. Prepare high-quality reports for legal planning meetings and court proceedings, contributing to Public Law Outline processes where required. Support service delivery within a fast-paced duty environment, adeptly managing competing priorities and responding to urgent safeguarding concerns. Contribute to audit, quality assurance, and service improvement activity in line with Ofsted expectations. Person Specification: Qualifications: Degree in Social Work (BA/MA or equivalent). Significant post-qualifying experience within statutory children's social care. Practice Educator or equivalent (desirable). Registration & Compliance: Registered with Social Work England. Strong working knowledge of the Children Act 1989/2004, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and statutory assessment frameworks. Understanding of Public Law Outline, court processes, and safeguarding procedures. Warwick is not only a hub for professional growth but also a delightful place to reside and work. With its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and vibrant community, you will find a balance of charm and career satisfaction that is truly unmatched. Dive into this opportunity to enhance your professional journey while enjoying the splendour of life in Warwick! 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. Apply now to join the Duty and Assessment Team and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.