Child Protection Social Worker - Blandford

Medico Partners; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading child welfare organization is seeking a Child Protection Social Worker to work in a multi-agency child protection team. The role involves significant responsibilities including assessments, preparing court reports, and maintaining records. Candidates must have a Social Work qualification, at least 3 years of experience in similar roles, and the ability to travel. Flexible working is considered for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in Children’s Services.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Completed ASYE.

Responsibilities

• Implement statutory responsibilities according to the Children Act 1989.
• Undertake assessments of children’s needs.
• Prepare reports and evidence for court proceedings.

Skills

High level of statutory social care knowledge

Experience in court proceedings

Communication skills

Education

Social Work qualification

Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent

Job description

Job Role

Child Protection Social Worker

Location: Blandford

Salary: £32.12 per hour

Employment type: Temporary

What You Will Be Doing

As a Lead Child Protection Practitioner, you will be working in a multi-agency child protection team with families who are subject to complex Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, pre-proceedings, and court proceedings to:

• 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
• 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
• undertake direct work with children and families to progress the plan
• undertake specialist assessments once training has been provided

About You

You will have a Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and be able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post. You will need to have completed your ASYE and have a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in Children’s Services.

You will be able to demonstrate a high level of post-qualification knowledge of statutory social care services, with experience of delivering complex court proceedings in a variety of court settings. We would love to hear from you.

Due to the current need, applications can only be accepted from candidates who already have the right to work in the UK.

• have a degree in social work/Occupational Therapy or equivalent
• have at least 3 years’ experience in English LA in similar role
• be able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post
• have the right to work in the UK
• Pass enhanced DBS checks

Further Information

This role is full time at 37 hours but flexible working will be considered.

This post requires significant travel. You must have a vehicle (or transport we deem suitable) available for use as needed.

This post involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults and/or having access to significant information about them. It will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Please Apply below or call us on 0121 270 8878. Between 09:00-17:00 Monday to Friday

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