Qualified Social Worker, Swindon Borough Council, Childrens Transition & Leaving Care Team

Entrust Social Care Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Qualified Social Worker, Swindon Borough Council, Childrens Transition & Leaving Care Team

Swindon

Ref: EN837-107

Division: Childrens Services

Specialist Area: Social Worker

Location: Swindon

Job type: Contract

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

Reference: EN837-107

Job Description

Qualified Social Worker, Swindon Borough Council, Childrens Transition & Leaving Care 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. Recruiting to our Transitions and Leaving Care Service.
2. Looking for Social Workers who are fully committed to ensuring that both our Children Looked After and Care Leavers are supported in their transition to adulthood.
3. Understanding legislation that is relevant to both Children Looked After and for those Leaving Care and a genuine desire to work with young people and adults.
4. Having a good understanding and awareness of adolescent development, and the vulnerabilities young people can face when transitioning towards adulthood.
5. 37 hours per week (flexible by negotiation).
6. 3 month Temporary Contract.
7. Start date subject to DBS and reference clearance.

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.