We are looking to recruit a Social Worker for the Children In Care Team within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well‑structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Bournemouth is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast‑paced and supportive team within Bournemouth Christchurch & Poole Council Main duties include :
* Undertake timely assessments and analysis of need and risk, working with families and networks of professionals to create and deliver outcome focussed plans.
* Ensure that children and young people and carers are aware of their rights and are enabled to participate meaningfully in planning, and in decision making including through the use of independent advocates if required.
* Provide support and intervention based on best evidence to meet individual child and family needs. Dec 2019
* Secure access to services, negotiating and challenging other professionals and organisations to provide the help required.
* Undertake effective direct work with individual children and families or foster or adoptive carers as part of an agreed plan
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