Children's SSW - Family Help Team - Warwickshire

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Training & development

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking a dedicated Children’s Social Worker (SSW) to join our Family Help Team in Warwickshire. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and work with families and multi‑agency teams to safeguard children.

We value flexible working, ongoing professional development, and a supportive environment. You will hold a social work qualification and Social Work England registration, with a focus on safeguarding and best practices.

Qualifications

• BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Strong communication and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to identify needs of children and families.
• Develop and implement care plans promoting positive outcomes.
• Provide direct support and guidance to families in crisis.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with local authority guidelines.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.

Skills

Social work skills

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Assessment skills

Education

BA/MA in Social Work

Tools

Job description

Join our dedicated Family Help Team in Warwickshire as a Children’s Social Worker (SSW). We are seeking a passionate and skilled professional to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families in our community. In this role, you will work collaboratively with families, stakeholders, and community resources to provide support and intervention, ensuring the well‑being and safety of children.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting assessments to identify the needs of children and families.
• Developing and implementing care plans that promote positive outcomes.
• Providing direct support and guidance to families in crisis.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation in compliance with local authority guidelines.
• Participating in training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.

To be successful in this role, you will need the following qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., BA/MA in Social Work).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience working with children and families in a social work context.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse families.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and a commitment to best practices in safeguarding.

In addition to a rewarding career, we offer a supportive work environment and a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary and opportunities for progression.
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work‑life balance.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives.

If you are a compassionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you.