Children's Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Children's Social Worker to join a supportive team in Stoke-on-Trent. This role is vital for ensuring the safety and well-being of children in need, requiring a qualified social worker with significant experience. You will work closely with families, conducting assessments and making informed decisions to provide the necessary support. With a focus on long-term cases, you'll build meaningful relationships while managing a manageable caseload. The role offers competitive pay and the flexibility of hybrid working, making it an excellent opportunity for passionate professionals.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Parking in staff car park

Good Ofsted inspection results

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' permanent experience in social work.
• Ability to complete court work and protect children.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with children and families to assess support needs.
• Visit homes every 6 weeks to ensure children's safety.

Skills

Social Work Qualification

Court Work

Assessment Work

Child Protection Experience

Education

Degree in Social Work

DipSW

CQSW

Job description

We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Children in Need Team within Stoke on Trent.

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

About the team

This team works collaboratively the children and their families to better understand type of support that they require to live safely and happily. The team ensure plans are made for the children and the families and reviews have taken place every 12 weeks. Social workers are required to visit the homes every 6 weeks, this is essential in order to be able to make the best decisions for the children's need. The team will also attend IPCP meetings.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree, DipSW, CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years' permanent experience is required for this post. The ability to complete court work and protect the children is essential in this role. Extensive assessment work, long term work and CP experience is part of the role. A valid and clean driving license and car is essential.

What's on Offer

• Up to £33.30 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
• 'Good' Ofsted inspection results
• Parking in a staff car park is available on site
• Hybrid Working
• Longer term cases means better relationship building with families
• Caseload numbers are managed carefully by management

For more information, please get in touch

Zoe Bellinger - Team Leader for the North and South East

Please call on 07384466390 or email [e-mail] for more information.