Children's TM - First Response Team - Leicestershire

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave

Pension contributions

Ongoing training and supervision

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is recruiting a qualified social worker for the Children's TM - First Response Team in Leicestershire. You will assess urgent cases, develop safeguarding plans, and collaborate with families and professionals to promote the safety and wellbeing of children at risk.

Successful candidates will have a social work degree (or DipSW), registration with Social Work England, and proven experience with crisis responses.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with Degree in Social Work or DipSW (or equivalent).
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience with children and families, especially in crisis situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conducting thorough assessments of children's needs and risks in urgent situations.
• Developing and implementing effective intervention strategies in collaboration with families and professionals.
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive case records, ensuring adherence to legal and organizational standards.
• Providing support and guidance to families, helping them access the necessary resources and services.
• Participating in multi-agency meetings and contributing to safeguarding processes.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Rapport building

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Social Work or DipSW

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

Join our dedicated Children's TM - First Response Team in Leicestershire, where your expertise in qualified social work will make a significant impact on the lives of children and families in need. We are seeking passionate and committed professionals to provide immediate support and intervention to children at risk, ensuring their safety and well-being. As part of our dynamic team, you will play a crucial role in assessing situations, developing care plans, and collaborating with various stakeholders to promote positive outcomes.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting thorough assessments of children's needs and risks in urgent situations.
• Developing and implementing effective intervention strategies in collaboration with families and professionals.
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive case records, ensuring adherence to legal and organizational standards.
• Providing support and guidance to families, helping them access the necessary resources and services.
• Participating in multi-agency meetings and contributing to safeguarding processes.

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, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Proven experience in working with children and families, particularly in crisis situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive work environment that values professional development. You will have access to ongoing training opportunities, supervision, and a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and pension contributions. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families, to join our First Response Team in Leicestershire!