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Social Worker Children

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Job Description - Social Worker Children




3-Month Contract with a Local Authority







Job Purpose



  • You will be joining a well-structured and organised team that is looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within the Council.







Key Duties/Accountabilities




  • Deliver the service in accordance with statutory responsibilities set out in the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation

  • Undertake assessments of children’s needs in accordance with Directorate policies and procedures

  • Create effective plans which are reviewed in a timely manner

  • Promote and safeguard the welfare of children

  • Provide support, information, and advice to families to help parents become more self-reliant

  • Prepare reports for courts and various meetings, presenting to a variety of professionals in different settings, and attend to give evidence in legal proceedings as required

  • Chair multi-agency meetings that support the development and review of plans

  • Maintain essential records, input, and maintain records on the core computer system as required

  • Work alongside the Lead Family Help Practitioner, providing child protection expertise and leading on statutory work




Essential Experience Required




  • Experience with delivering the service in accordance with statutory responsibilities set out in the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation




Essential Qualification Required




  • 3 years (permanent) post qualification experience within English LA’s

  • Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)

  • Eligibility to work in the UK

  • SWE Registered

  • Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)




Additional information to note



  • The role closes on 19th Sept 2025, apply ASAP.

  • Ability to drive when required 






Requirements



Requirements:




  • 3 years (permanent) post qualification experience within English LA’s

  • Enhanced DBS/CRB

  • Eligibility to work in the UK

  • SWE Registered

  • Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)




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