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Charles Hunter Associates Ltd; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Specialist environment

PAYE options

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates Ltd is seeking a Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities Team. The role requires a Social Work qualification and at least 3 years post-qualification experience in frontline and assessment work.

You will handle referrals, assess needs, and contribute to care planning for Children in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children, coordinating with families and professionals. Hybrid working is offered, with an hourly umbrella rate of £38.

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification with 3+ years post-qualifying frontline/assessment experience.
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Ability to drive and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Work on referrals and assess need for services.
• Develop plans for Children in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children.
• Engage with families and professionals to ensure appropriate provisions.

Skills

Frontline experience

Assessment experience

SW England registration

Child protection

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities Team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in Frontline and assessment work.

About the team

The team works on a range of different referrals, making informed decisions on whether a child needs our service or whether they are able to use mainstream services. The team is also responsible for creating plans for Children in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children that make sure the child's needs are being met by everyone caring for and working with them. They will also take part in essential visits to each child and their families on a regular basis, ensuring that they have the correct provisions in place in order to communicate effectively with the child and their families.

About you

Knowledge and experience working within a Frontline Team such as Child protection and Referral and assessment is essential for this role. You will also hold a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) As well as 3 years post qualifying experience.

You will need to have a Social Work England registration and access to your own vehicle.

What's on offer?

• £38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• An opportunity to work in a specialist environment