Children's SSW - D&A Team - Barnet

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Regular supervision

Manageable caseload

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking a dedicated Children's Social Worker (SSW) in Barnet to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and collaborate with other professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

Key requirements include a recognized social work qualification, registration with Social Work England, and experience in a children’s social work setting, preferably within a D&A context.

Qualifications

• Recognized social work qualification (Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in a children’s social work setting, preferably in a D&A context.

Responsibilities

• Conducting thorough assessments to identify needs and risks.
• Developing and implementing tailored care plans.
• Maintaining records in line with statutory requirements.
• Engaging with children, families and stakeholders to support intervention.
• Participating in multi-agency strategy discussions.

Skills

Social work

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Degree in Social Work

CQSW

DipSW

Job description

Join our dedicated D&A Team in Barnet as a Children’s Social Worker (SSW). In this challenging yet rewarding role, you will play a crucial part in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Your primary responsibility will be to assess the needs of children and families, create and implement care plans, and work collaboratively with other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for those in your care.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting thorough assessments to identify the needs and risks associated with children and families.
• Developing and implementing tailored care plans that address the unique circumstances of each case.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in compliance with statutory requirements.
• Building strong relationships with children, families, and various stakeholders to support effective intervention.
• Participating in multi-agency meetings and contributing to strategy discussions.

To be successful in this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working within a children’s social work setting, particularly in a D&A context.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children and families.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in child protection and welfare.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive working environment with access to ongoing professional development opportunities. You will benefit from a manageable caseload, flexible working arrangements, and regular supervision to help you thrive in your role.