FS&P Social Worker – Family Support & Protection

Max Emerald Ltd; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Max Emerald Ltd is seeking Social Workers and Newly Qualified Social Workers for Family Support and Protection (FS&P). The role focuses on working with families on Child in Need & Child Protection plans, using systemic and strengths-based approaches to promote sustainable change.

You will assess, plan and review cases, collaborate with professionals, and prepare court reports when required. The work includes PLO, SGO considerations, and safeguarding when needed.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience with Professional Capability Framework (PCF) and Knowledge & Skills Statement (KSS).
• Case recording.
• Ability to use IT and SW case recording systems.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends if required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, review and provide support to a child, family or carer with complex needs.
• Assess family functioning and provide help when risk to children exists.
• Collaborate with professionals to improve outcomes for children and families.
• Carry out safeguarding assessments and plan responses, including removal in extreme cases.
• Arrange appropriate alternative care or permanent homes in collaboration with families.
• Write court reports and provide evidence in legal proceedings when required.
• Hold a caseload and provide guidance to staff and newly qualified social workers.

Skills

Registration with Social Work England

Professional standards (PCF/KSS)

Case recording

Information technology

Flexibility to work evenings/weekends

Education

Diploma/ Degree in Social Work (CQSW/CSS) or equivalent

Tools

SW case recording systems

Word

Job description

Max Emerald Ltd is seeking Social Workers and Newly Qualified Social Workers for Family Support and Protection (FS&P). The role focuses on working with families on Child in Need & Child Protection plans, using systemic and strengths-based approaches to promote sustainable change.

You will assess, plan and review cases, collaborate with professionals, and prepare court reports when required. The work includes PLO, SGO considerations, and safeguarding when needed.