Children's TM - Family Help Team - Gloucestershire

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension contributions

Flexible working

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Children's TM - Family Help Team in Gloucestershire. You will assess needs, develop tailored support plans, and work with families to promote child welfare and safety.

You will collaborate with multi‑agency partners, maintain case records, participate in supervision, and access ongoing training and flexible working arrangements with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• A recognised social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England (SWE).
• Experience working with children and families in a social work setting.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's and families' needs.
• Develop and implement support plans in partnership with families.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to ensure holistic family support.
• Provide guidance and support to families, helping them access resources and services.
• Participate in regular team meetings and supervision for professional development.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Rapport building

Organisational skills

Caseload management

Education

Degree in Social Work / DipSW

Job description

Join our dedicated Children's TM - Family Help Team in Gloucestershire as a Qualified Social Worker, where you will play a vital role in supporting families and children in need. As a key member of our team, you will work collaboratively with families to assess their needs, develop tailored support plans, and implement interventions that promote the well‑being and safety of children. Your expertise will help empower families to overcome challenges and improve their circumstances.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of children's and families' needs.
• Developing and implementing support plans in partnership with families.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation.
• Collaborating with multi-agency partners to ensure holistic support for families.
• Providing guidance and support to families, helping them access resources and services.
• Participating in regular team meetings and supervision sessions for professional development.

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognised social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England (SWE).
• Experience working with children and families in a social work setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with families.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a diverse caseload.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in child welfare.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will have access to regular training, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package, including annual leave and pension contributions.