Children's Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Children and Families Safeguarding Team. This role is pivotal in supporting the most vulnerable children, requiring a strong background in safeguarding and court proceedings. With a child-centred approach, you will ensure effective case management and intervention. The team prides itself on its supportive environment and commitment to professional development. If you have a passion for making a difference in children's lives and meet the qualifications, this opportunity offers a hybrid working scheme and a competitive hourly rate.

Benefits

Hybrid working scheme

Supportive management structure

Parking available nearby

Easily accessible via car

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Work with vulnerable children and ensure successful case progression.
• Make effective decisions on cases at all stages of crisis intervention.

Skills

Social Work

Child Safeguarding

Court Proceedings

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

We are looking for a Social Worker to join a Children and Families Safeguarding Team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years equivalent post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.

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?

• £35.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• "Outstanding" and "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