Adolescent Safeguarding Social Worker - Intensive Support

Ackerman Pierce; Croydon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency in Croydon is seeking an experienced Adolescent Safeguarding Social Worker to deliver intensive support and interventions to vulnerable young people. This role is crucial in preventing family breakdown and ensuring positive outcomes for children and adolescents. Candidates must possess SWE registration and have at least 2 years of experience within the UK's social care system. The position includes working flexibly across the county to meet the needs of young people, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• SWE Registration is mandatory for this role.
• A minimum of 2 years post-qualifying experience within the UK is required.
• Enhanced DBS / CRB clearance must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structured assessments for vulnerable young people.
• Deliver appropriate interventions for at-risk youth.
• Manage a case load involving social care or youth justice interventions.
• Prepare reports for youth offender panels and other required agencies.

Skills

Experience with adolescents

Knowledge of s47 and s17 process

Structured assessments

Intensive support delivery

Education

SWE Registration

2 years post qualifying experience within UK

Tools

Enhanced DBS / CRB

Job description

A leading social work agency in Croydon is seeking an experienced Adolescent Safeguarding Social Worker to deliver intensive support and interventions to vulnerable young people. This role is crucial in preventing family breakdown and ensuring positive outcomes for children and adolescents. Candidates must possess SWE registration and have at least 2 years of experience within the UK's social care system. The position includes working flexibly across the county to meet the needs of young people, including evenings and weekends.