Children's Social Worker

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Children's Social Worker to join a dynamic Children in Care Team. This role is pivotal in safeguarding vulnerable children and ensuring their well-being during transitions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in children's social work, with at least three years of post-qualification experience. You will collaborate closely with various teams to provide comprehensive support, helping children navigate their care journeys. With a hybrid working scheme and supportive management, this opportunity offers a rewarding environment for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Outstanding Ofsted inspection results

Hybrid working scheme

Parking available

Supportive management

Access to regular supervision

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualified experience in permanent contracts.
• Extensive experience in children's frontline teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safeguarding children during placements and CIC proceedings.
• Working with connected teams like safeguarding and fostering.

Skills

Children looked after procedures

Social Work experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Social Work

Tools

Driving License

Job description

We are currently looking for an experienced 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 contracts.

About the team

This team works to safeguard children and young people when going through placements and CIC proceedings. Working effectively with connected teams such as children's safeguarding and fostering teams is key to the success of each case. The team works very directly with each child to ensure they are settled, can make sense of the changes in care, and aid in their recovery from experiences prior to this.

About you

The successful candidate will have extensive experience with children looked after procedures as well as in a children's frontline team. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' post qualification experience in permanent contracts is essential for this role (a completed ASYE is counted as one completed year). A valid UK driving licence and car is preferred but not essential for this role.

What's on offer?

• "Outstanding" and "Good" Ofsted inspection results
• £38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• Hybrid working scheme
• Parking available/ nearby
• Supportive management with access to regular supervision

For more information, please get in contact

Katherine Scoggins - Candidate Consultant

0118 948 5555 / 07990044930