Children's Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Locum Social Worker to join a dynamic Referral and Assessment Team. In this pivotal role, you will engage directly with children and families during critical moments, focusing on prevention and intervention strategies. Your expertise in referral and assessment will be crucial as you navigate child protection cases and initial court proceedings. This role not only offers competitive pay but also emphasizes professional development and hybrid working arrangements, ensuring you have the tools and support needed to excel. Join a team recognized for its outstanding Ofsted rating and make a meaningful impact in children's lives.

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Rate

Onsite Parking

Professional Development Opportunities

Outstanding Ofsted Rating

Hybrid Working Environment

Digital Technology Provided

Reflective Supervision Sessions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualified experience in Social Work.
• Registered with Social Work England (SWE) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with children and families in crisis situations.
• Conduct initial assessments and strategy discussions.

Skills

Social Work Qualification

Referral and Assessment Experience

Child Protection Knowledge

Education

Social Work Degree

Tools

Digital Technology for Agile Work

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled Locum Social Worker to join a Referral and Assessment (R&A) Team.

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

About the team:

The Referral and Assessment team sits within Children's Social Care's Identification and Assessment division and works directly with children and families in their time of crisis to help prevent case escalations. The team focuses on their initial involvement through new referrals, child in need, child protection, and initial court proceedings. This includes strategy discussions, initial child protection conferences, child in need planning, and taking court actions by way of emergency protective orders if required.

About you:

To be considered for this role, you must have experience in referral and assessment or similar teams and be registered with Social Work England (SWE). Please note this position requires a minimum of 3 years' experience post Social Work qualification within a permanent role.

Benefits of this role:

• £37.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• Parking onsite/nearby.
• Professional development offered to all locums.
• "Outstanding" Ofsted rating.
• Hybrid working.
• You'll be provided with digital technology to work in an agile way and engage with children and young people.
• Reflective supervision is provided through 1-1 and group learning experiences using our Signs of Safety framework to guide your work and approach as a Social Worker alongside regular supervision sessions.

For more information about this role, please get in contact.

Pixie Taylor- Recruitment Consultant

07436399975, 0118 948 5555