Social Work Consultant - Family Safeguarding (Hybrid)

Caritas Recruitment; Kings Langley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Consultant Social Worker for the Family Safeguarding Team in St Albans. This role offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative environment focused on keeping families together. The ideal candidate will have a valid Social Worker registration and 3+ years of experience in children's services. Enjoy a competitive pay rate of £42.50 per hour, with hybrid working options and additional benefits like free on-site parking and mobile working devices.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Hybrid working model with flexibility

Free on-site parking

iPads provided for mobile working

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualifying experience in frontline children's services.
• Must be a car driver with access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Undertake care planning, assessments, and reviews for children and families.
• Deliver welfare reports for conferences and court hearings.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to achieve the best outcomes for children.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of legislation, guidance, and safeguarding procedures

Motivational interviewing

Education

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Consultant Social Worker for the Family Safeguarding Team in St Albans. This role offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative environment focused on keeping families together. The ideal candidate will have a valid Social Worker registration and 3+ years of experience in children's services. Enjoy a competitive pay rate of £42.50 per hour, with hybrid working options and additional benefits like free on-site parking and mobile working devices.