Qualified Senior Social Worker, Worcestershire Council, Children's Kinship Team

Entrust Social Care Ltd; Hullavington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Qualified Senior Social Worker to join their Children's Kinship Team. This role requires a dedicated professional with at least two years of UK Social Work experience in a Children's Social Work team. You will be responsible for conducting high-quality kinship assessments, managing a case load, and collaborating with other professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of children. The position offers a supportive team environment, competitive pay rates, and various benefits, including a Kindle Fire and access to a comprehensive online training portal. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Kindle Fire upon commencement

£20 Amazon voucher for quick registration

Competitive pay rates

Weekly payroll

Free online training worth £500

Dedicated consultant support

Referral bonus up to £250

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of UK Social Work experience in Children's Social Work.
• Must hold a DipSW or equivalent and be registered with HCPC.

Responsibilities

• Complete kinship assessments and reports to a high standard.
• Manage a case load and liaise with other professionals.
• Support kinship foster carers and undertake viability assessments.

Skills

UK Social Worker experience

Assessment and support of kinship foster carers

Knowledge of fostering regulation

Case management

Liaising with professionals

Education

DipSW or equivalent

Tools

DBS

Job description

Qualified Senior Social Worker, Worcestershire Council, Children's Kinship Team

Worcestershire

Ref: EN31-968

Division: Childrens Services

Specialist Area: Social Worker

Location: Worcestershire

Job type: Contract

Salary (per hour): Negotiable dependent on experience and pay scheme selected

Reference: EN31-968

Job Description

Qualified Senior Social Worker, Worcestershire Council, Children's Kinship Team - Must be a Qualified Social Worker with a minimum of 2 years+ UK Social Worker experience within a Children's Social Work team.

The team works extremely well together to ensure the safety of children under the close supervision of a supportive Team Manager.

The responsibilities will include:

1. Have proven experience of completing connected person (kinship) assessments and reports to a high standard.
2. Good knowledge of the fostering regulation and minimum standards.
3. Responsible for the assessment and support of kinship foster carers and undertaking viability and special guardianship assessments for court submission.
4. Manage a case load.
5. Liaise with other professionals.
6. 37 hours per week (flexible by negotiation).
7. 3 month Temporary Contract.
8. Start date subject to DBS and reference clearance.

Benefits

Successful candidates will benefit from:

1. A Kindle Fire upon commencement of contract (see terms).
2. £20 Amazon voucher if registration is completed within 2 weeks (see terms).
3. Competitive pay rates.
4. Weekly payroll.
5. Free access to a comprehensive online training portal worth £500 a year.
6. Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge.
7. Receive up to £250 for each referred worker (see terms).

The successful candidate will need to hold a DipSW or equivalent, must be registered with the HCPC, have a current DBS, and be a car driver.

Please call the recruitment team where you will speak to one of our dedicated consultants on 0333 1234 530.

Contact Information

Entrust Social Care Ltd
International House
Stubbs Gate
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Staffordshire
ST5 1LU
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

We are an equal opportunities employer.