Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join our Children in Care (CIC) Team with Nottingham City Council.
Job Title: Qualified Social Worker (QSW) - Children in Care (CIC) Team
Location: Loxley House, Nottingham NG2 3NG
Pay Rate: £35 PH
About the Role:
As part of our CIC team, you'll be responsible for providing essential support to children and young people in care, ensuring their safety and wellbeing through effective assessments and care planning. Your ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and build strong, positive relationships will be key to the role's success.
As a QSW within the Children in Care team, you will work directly with children, families, and professionals to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children in care. Your role will involve assessing, planning, and providing ongoing support for children and families in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct high-quality assessments and develop care plans that support the wellbeing of children in care.
Build strong relationships with children, parents, carers, and other responsible adults.
Attend and contribute to Looked After Children (LAC) reviews, permanency planning, and long-term fostering cases.
Provide support and advice on Special Guardianship Orders (SGOs) and other permanency options.
Manage complex cases, including court-related work and placement with parent assessments.
Ensure that you meet deadlines and work consistently to a high standard.Candidate Requirements:
Experience in a Children in Care (CIC) team or similar child protection/children's services setting.
Proven ability to produce high-quality assessment work that meets statutory and regulatory standards.
Strong reliability in meeting deadlines and managing workloads efficiently.
Excellent relationship-building skills with children, families, and other professionals.
Post-qualification social work experience and a strong understanding of the needs of children in care.Desirable Experience:
Placement with parent assessments and Looked After Children (LAC) reviews.
Knowledge of permanency planning, long-term fostering cases, and Special Guardianship Orders (SGOs).
Court-related work (experience is transferable and will be valued).Additional Requirements:
Ability to work effectively in a pressured, fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to manage cases on a nationwide scale and work within a dynamic teamWhy Work for Nottingham City Council?
Competitive pay of £35 per hour.
A supportive and inclusive environment where your work is valued and recognised.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Work in a collaborative team committed to providing the best outcomes for children in care.Essential Requirements:
Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
At least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
Social Work England Registration
Driving license and access to own vehicleIf you're interested in the above roles, please reply with your updated CV and earliest start date.
Alternatively, feel free to contact me directly on (phone number removed) or via email at (email address removed).
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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