Impactful Children's Social Worker (LAC & Permanence)

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced and committed Children’s Social Worker to join a Looked After Children (LAC) team. You will manage a caseload of looked after children, completing high-quality assessments and care planning in line with statutory requirements.

You will undertake statutory visits, prepare reviews and reports for court proceedings, and work with foster carers, families and professionals to safeguard children’s welfare.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England
• Post-qualification experience in children’s social care
• Experience with looked after children, care leavers or permanence planning
• Sound understanding of childcare legislation and safeguarding procedures

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of looked after children and complete assessments and care plans
• Undertake statutory visits and prepare reviews for court proceedings
• Prepare clear reports for reviews and professional meetings
• Identify risk and promote children’s welfare
• Maintain accurate case records
• Travel within the local area for statutory visits

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Report writing

Time management

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced and committed Children’s Social Worker to join a Looked After Children (LAC) team. You will manage a caseload of looked after children, completing high-quality assessments and care planning in line with statutory requirements.

You will undertake statutory visits, prepare reviews and reports for court proceedings, and work with foster carers, families and professionals to safeguard children’s welfare.