JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker - Safeguarding Team Location: St Helens, UK Salary: £40 Hourly Employment Type: Full-Time Contract Duration: 3 Months Stepping into the role of a Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team in St Helens provides a dynamic opportunity to make a tangible impact over the course of three months. Earning £40 hourly, this locum position offers the chance to work full time in a supportive environment, holding pivotal responsibilities in safeguarding children and young people. Perks and benefits: Working as a locum social worker affords you the flexibility to tailor your work schedule to suit your lifestyle, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Settle into a role with excellent compensation and dynamic work settings that keep each day fresh and exciting. Locum roles offer the chance to develop a diverse range of skills across various scenarios, boosting both your professional and personal development. Dive into a role with immense satisfaction as your work directly contributes to the wellbeing of the community. What you will do: Hold and effectively manage challenging cases, ensuring the delivery of exemplary services in line with statutory requirements and departmental priorities, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for children and young people. Demonstrate effective practice in complex situations by assessing and managing higher levels of risk, liaising with various professionals in multi-disciplinary teams. Model best practice and set expectations, providing coaching and mentoring to student social workers. Execute the responsibilities as specified in the Children's Act 1989, and other relevant legislation, working closely with children and their families. Investigate allegations of neglect, ill-treatment or abuse, making necessary enquiries, and initiating Child Protection procedures where required. Supervise children on Child Protection or Children in Need plans, ensuring accurate monitoring. Assess and supervise children cared for by St Helens Council, fulfilling statutory duties to these children. Prepare reports, statements, and legal documents required for criminal and family proceedings, attending court to represent the department. Develop and implement care and protection plans in complex situations through various interventions, adhering to quality standards and best practice guidelines. Receive, manage, and assess referrals, recommending appropriate action as needed. St Helens offers not only a career opportunity but a wonderful place to live with a vibrant community spirit. Enjoy a blend of rural charm and urban convenience, where you can explore historical sites, enjoy local parks, and be part of a friendly and supportive community. With excellent transport connections, St Helens strikes a perfect balance between peaceful living and easy access to city life, making it an ideal place to advance your career and call home. Working with Sanctuary Personne