Children's SW - LAC Team - Bury

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Bury; Presencial; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible working arrangements

Employee assistance program

Training and development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join the Looked After Children (LAC) Team in Bury. The role focuses on safeguarding, well-being and development of children in care through collaborative work with families, schools and professionals.

Responsibilities include assessing needs, developing care plans, directly supporting children, maintaining records, and contributing to multi-agency reviews.

Formación

• Recognised social work qualification (Degree in Social Work, CQSW, or equivalent).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience working with children and families, particularly in a looked-after context.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with caseload management.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct assessments to identify the needs of children and families.
• Develop and implement care plans in partnership with children, families and other stakeholders.
• Provide direct support to children and young people, advocating for their rights and needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings and contribute to case reviews.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Caseload management

Team collaboration

Educación

Degree in Social Work / CQSW / equivalent

Current Social Work England registration

Descripción del empleo

Join our dynamic team as a Qualified Social Worker in the Looked After Children (LAC) Team in Bury! We are seeking a passionate and dedicated professional to provide high-quality support and intervention for children in care. In this role, you will ensure the safety, well-being, and development of vulnerable children and young people, working collaboratively with families, schools, and other professionals to promote positive outcomes.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting assessments to identify the needs of children and families.
• Developing and implementing care plans in partnership with children, families, and other stakeholders.
• Providing direct support to children and young people, advocating for their rights and needs.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Participating in multi-agency meetings and contributing to case reviews.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, CQSW, or equivalent).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience working with children and families, particularly in a looked-after context.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive work environment with ongoing training and development opportunities. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, access to employee assistance programs, and a commitment to your professional growth.