QSW Childrens Services in City

Randstad Care; City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a committed Qualified Social Worker within Children's Services to provide detailed assessments and support service users in becoming independent. The role requires expertise in writing reports, managing caseloads, and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. With a competitive pay rate and full-time position offered, this role represents an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates to make an impact in the community.

Benefits

Accredited training

Competitive pay rates

Full-time position

Opportunity to work with a top local authority

Qualifications

• Experience in Children’s services, including placements.
• Knowledge of current legislation and guidance.
• Understanding of research and good practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work assessment and care management.
• Effectively manage a caseload.
• Advocate for service users' best interests.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiating skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

IT literacy

Education

CQSW: Diploma or BA honours in Social Work

Registered with the Care Council for Wales

Job description

Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker within Children's Services?

Are you looking for a role where you can have an immediate impact?

If so, read on.

We are proud to be the first-tier supplier to our client, providing you with unique opportunities first and keeping you informed of all QSW assignments.

Key aspects of role

To provide and develop an enhanced level of social work skills within standards of practice. To comply with all relevant legislation, guidance, national and departmental policies.

Main Purpose of Post:

• To provide social work assessment and care management in line with the policy and procedure of the Authority.
• To effectively manage a caseload.
• To assist and empower service users to develop their potential for independence and enable them to exercise choices wherever possible.
• To ensure the implementation of agreed plans, monitor progress, and coordinate review processes involving service users, carers, and partner agencies.
• To provide full information and advice on service availability, appropriateness, and statutory responsibilities.
• To write clear reports for various audiences, including courts and safeguarding.
• To act as an advocate for service users' best interests, including educating professional colleagues and the community about their needs and rights.
• To refer to or access specialist advice or agencies as needed, e.g., Welfare rights, legal rights.
• To represent the Social Services perspective in multi-disciplinary settings.
• To undertake supervision, personal/professional development, and training as required, following relevant policies.
• To comply with the Authority's health, safety, and welfare policies.

Qualifications: Essential

CQSW: Diploma or BA honours in Social Work. Registered with the Care Council for Wales.

Essential Experience/Knowledge

• Experience in Children’s services, including placements.
• Knowledge of current legislation, guidance, regulations, and standards.
• Understanding of research, legislation, and good practice.
• Good communication skills, including report writing.
• Ability to work in a team and with partner agencies.
• IT literacy.
• Negotiating, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.

Special Requirements

• Current driving license, ability to travel, and access to a car.
• Welsh language skills are desirable.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.

Benefits

• Accredited training.
• Competitive pay rates.
• Full-time position.
• Opportunity to work with a top local authority.

For questions or to discuss the role further, please contact Ian Davies at (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

If you're considering a career change, whether from a permanent or temporary role, or re-entering the job market, we offer exciting, well-paid, and flexible opportunities across the country. With over 20 years of recruiting experience, I can source roles tailored to your specifications, whether working with children or adults in any specialty. Please get in touch to see how we can support your career.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business for temporary staffing and as an employment agency for permanent placements. We are an equal opportunities employer, making decisions based on merit.

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