Children's Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join a Children's Safeguarding Team. This role is crucial for protecting vulnerable children, requiring a Social Work Qualification and significant experience in frontline safeguarding. You will work within a supportive management structure, focusing on effective decision-making and case progression. The position offers a hybrid working scheme and is easily accessible by car, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals committed to making a difference in children's lives. If you have the passion and experience, this role could be your next step.

Benefits

Hybrid working scheme

Supportive management structure

Parking available nearby

Good Ofsted inspection results

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contracts.
• Extensive experience in children's frontline safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Work proactively with a child-centred approach to ensure case progression.
• Make decisions on cases at all stages of crisis intervention.

Skills

Social Work Qualification

Child Safeguarding

Court Proceedings

Decision Making

Education

Degree in Social Work

Tools

UK Driving Licence

Job description

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

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

About the team

This team is responsible for dealing with the most vulnerable and in need of protection children in the borough. Working proactively, with a child-centred approach to each case is vital to ensure successful case progression. The team pride themselves on their ability to effectively and efficiently make decisions on cases at all stages of crisis intervention.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contracts is essential in order to be considered for this position. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a children's frontline safeguarding Social Work team as well as key experience in initial court proceedings. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential for this role.

What's on offer?

• £39.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• "Good" Ofsted inspection results
• Hybrid working scheme
• Supportive management structure with regular supervision
• Easily accessible via car
• Parking available/ nearby

For more information, please get in contact

Katherine Scoggins - Candidate Consultant

0118 948 5555 / 07990044930