Social Worker CLA / CIC Devon

Social Worker - Looked After Children / Child In Care Team - Devon

Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.

Caritas Recruitment is seeking experienced Social Workers to join the Children Looked After (Corporate Parenting) North & Mid Team on both maternity cover and interim assignments.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive service dedicated to achieving positive, family-led outcomes for children and young people in care. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will build and maintain strong relationships with children, young people and their families, ensuring safety, stability and permanence while delivering high-quality social work practice.

About the Role

As a Social Worker within the Children Looked After Team, you will:

Manage a caseload of children and young people in care
Complete high-quality assessments, care planning and reviews
Work closely with children, families and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes
Ensure no drift or delay in planning for children and young people
Participate in multi-agency meetings and court-related work where required
Deliver effective recording, assessment and SMART planningThe service is committed to maintaining high standards of professional practice and supporting social workers to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people.

Key Details

Team: Children Looked After (Corporate Parenting) North Team
Location: Taw View, Barnstaple, EX31 1EE
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
9-day fortnight arrangements may be considered for suitable candidates subject to service needs
Hybrid working available, subject to service requirements
Minimum 1 day per week in the office required for duty days and team meetings
Flexibility to use alternative office locations on non-duty days may be available following discussion with the Team Manager
Free on-site parking available

Requirements

Social Work qualification
Social Work England registration
Right to Work in the UK
Successful completion of ASYE
Experience within Children's Social Care
Experience working within multi-agency environments and court proceedings
Strong assessment, recording and planning skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of relevant children's social care legislation, theory and practice
Valid UK driving licence
Access to a vehicle for work purposes

Pay and Benefits

Up to £38 per hour (depending on experience)
£150 per week accommodation/commuter allowance available for candidates who meet eligibility criteria
Hybrid working opportunities
Free parking
Supportive management and team environmentFor more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - (url removed) / (phone number removed)

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed