Qualified Social Worker, Looked After Children’s Team
Pay rate to £46.18 per hour
Contract role
Vitalis is recruiting an experienced Social Worker to work in a Looked After Children Team in St Helens.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Duty Week: Every 4 weeks, the team covers all referrals and assessments for the locality. During this week, the successful candidate will complete Section 47 enquiries, respond to urgent referrals/visits, and carry out Child and Family Assessments.
2. Ongoing Casework: The role involves long-term work including Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), PLO, and court proceedings. Experience in CIN and CP is essential. PLO/court experience is desirable but not mandatory; support will be provided for those willing to learn.
3. Flexibility: Candidates with CIC experience are welcome, provided they are enthusiastic about transitioning into CP work and understand the differences in practice.
Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing, and SEND
* At Vitalis, we support your career journey with a dedicated consultant who knows the market and offers tailored advice.
* Our hassle-free registration process gets you started quickly.
* Enjoy exclusive incentives like referral schemes, bonuses, and perks.
* We handle ongoing compliance, so you can focus on your work.
* Fast, reliable payroll ensures prompt payments.
Whether you’re a qualified social worker or interested in housing or SEND roles, we have opportunities for you.
If this role isn’t the perfect fit, we can find one that is. We recruit across various public sector specialisms, including:
* Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
* Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
* Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
* Looked After Children (LAC)
* Children’s Social Work
* Adult Social Work
* Service Manager
* Head of Service
* Team Manager
* Assistant Team Manager
* Housing roles
* SEND roles in local authorities
Contact me today at olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or call 07521053670 to explore our opportunities!
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