Children's Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Children's Social Worker for their Children in Care Team. The role involves supporting children in foster care and conducting court work, requiring a Social Work qualification and a minimum of three years' experience. The position offers a competitive hourly rate, hybrid working, and comprehensive team support.

Benefits

On site parking

Hybrid working model

'Good' Ofsted inspection result

Easily accessible via car and public transport

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in permanent contracts.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Support children in foster care and residential settings.
• Conduct regular visits and review care plans.
• Participate in court proceedings as necessary.

Skills

Court work

CIC assessments

Safeguarding assessments

Education

Degree in Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

Job description

We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Children in Care Team

This role requires a Social Work qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.

About the team

This team works to support children based in foster care, residential settings and special guardianship settings to ensure they are getting the support they need. The day-to-day responsibilities include regular visits every 6-12 weeks, reviewing care plans every 6 months and taking part in court proceedings when necessary. This team offers supervision to all their Social Worker's to ensure comprehensive support is given when dealing with complex cases.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years experience in permanent contract/s is essential in order to be considered for this role. Experience in carrying out court work, CIC assessments and safeguarding assessments lends well to the success of this role. A valid UK driving licence is essential to be considered for this role.

What's on offer

• Up to £39.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• On site parking
• Hybrid working model
• 'Good' Ofsted inspection result
• Easily accessible via car and public transport

For more information, please get in contact.

Zain Ali - candidate consultant

0118 948 5555 / 0743 641 2945