Children's Social Worker Assessment & Safeguarding Flexible

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to ongoing training

Flexible working arrangements

Supervision and support

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited in Oxfordshire is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Children's Social Work Assessment Team. You will deliver high-quality assessments and interventions to support vulnerable children and families, ensuring safety and positive outcomes through collaboration with multi-agency partners.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, assessment expertise, and proactive engagement with families to empower participation in the process.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in children's social work, especially assessment and intervention.
• Strong communication and safeguarding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's needs and risks, ensuring safeguarding policy adherence.
• Develop and implement tailored intervention plans with families and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate case records, documenting assessments and interventions.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings to develop coordinated support for children and families.
• Provide expert advice and support to families to engage them in the assessment process.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Child protection knowledge

Assessment experience

Education

Degree in Social Work

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

Caritas Recruitment Limited in Oxfordshire is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Children's Social Work Assessment Team. You will deliver high-quality assessments and interventions to support vulnerable children and families, ensuring safety and positive outcomes through collaboration with multi-agency partners.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, assessment expertise, and proactive engagement with families to empower participation in the process.