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Opus People Solutions Ltd; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker to join the Safeguarding Team at Walsall Council through Opus People Solutions. The role focuses on the Family Safeguarding Model, aiming to support families and keep children safe. We seek a passionate candidate with at least 3 years of experience in social work, who can work collaboratively to enhance children's experiences and reduce the need for child protective services. This role offers a hybrid working environment with a competitive hourly rate and a commitment to exceptional practice.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of social work experience.
• Passionate about making a difference in children's lives.

Responsibilities

• Working with families in need and at risk.
• Implementing the Family Safeguarding model.
• Collaborating with adult practitioners.

Skills

Social Work Experience

Collaboration Skills

Family Safeguarding

Job description

Opus People Solutions, on behalf of Walsall Council, has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Worker to join their Safeguarding Team.

Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding

Length of assignment: 3 Months

Hours per week: 37

Hourly rate: 33.30

Location: Walsall

Remote/Office based: Hybrid - 3 days in the office

About the Role:

We have introduced the Family Safeguarding Model, where social workers collaborate with specialist adult practitioners to keep children safe in their families by providing timely help, protection, and support.

The model has been in place for over a year, and Ofsted has reported exceptional practice from social workers. This approach improves children's experiences and supports families in making positive changes.

As a result:

• Our numbers of children supported by a child protection plan have reduced by half.
• Children entering care have reduced by 30%.

Responsibilities:

• Working with families in need and at risk within the North locality, implementing Family Safeguarding.
• Collaborating with adult practitioners under the family safeguarding model.

If you are passionate about making a difference and have at least 3 years of social work experience, we would love to hear from you.