Children's Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Parking onsite/nearby

Immediate start

Supportive supervision

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates is seeking a Children's Social Worker to join a Children's Long Term Team in the Greater London area. The role focuses on safeguarding vulnerable children, initial court proceedings, and timely intervention during crises, using a child-centered approach to every case.

You will need a Social Work qualification and at least three years post-qualification experience in permanent contracts. A valid UK driving licence is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience in Children's frontline safeguarding (R+A, CIN, CP) teams.
• Degree in Social Work with minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in permanent contracts.
• UK driving licence preferred but not essential.

Skills

Social work

Children safeguarding

Court proceedings

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Children's Long Term Team.

Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years experience in permanent contract/s.

About the team

The team is responsible for working with the most vulnerable children in the local community who are at risk of significant harm and in need of protection.They undertake initial court proceedings and provide timely, decisive intervention at times of crisis.The team works proactively, using a child-centred approach to every case, which is essential to achieving positive and effective case progression.They pride themselves on their ability to make sound, efficient decisions at all stages of crisis intervention.

About you

It is essential to have experience in Children's frontline safeguarding (R+A, CIN, CP) teams as well as experience in initial court proceedings.A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contracts is required in order to be consider for this position.A valid UK driving licence and vehicle is preferred but not essential for the success of this role.

What's on offer?

• £37.52 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• Hybrid working scheme
• Supportive management structure with regular supervision
• Parking available onsite / nearby
• Easily accessible via car
• Immediate start available