Social Worker

Connect2Socialwork; Caddington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work agency in Caddington is seeking a qualified professional to assess the needs of children and families. The role includes coordinating multi-agency approaches to child protection and undertaking statutory duties under The Children Act. Ideal candidates must have knowledge of legislation and experience in creating SMART plans. Ongoing professional development is encouraged and supported.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting professional assessments of need and risk.
• Knowledge of The Children Act 1989 and related legislation.
• Ability to create effective SMART plans.

Responsibilities

• Complete clear, accurate, and holistic assessments of children and families.
• Co-ordinate multi-agency approaches to child protection.
• Update and maintain high-quality case files.

Job description

Job Description: Assess the needs of children and families, analysing information to support the development of care plans. To work closely with children, young people and their families, other staff within the service and partner agencies to provide support and protection for children and young people in need and at risk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete clear, accurate and holistic professional assessments of need and risk in respect of children and families using the Department of Education and Luton's effective support document for children in need and potential significant harm.
• Taking the lead role to co-ordinate the multi-agency approach to prevent and address child protection issues and children in need.
• Undertake statutory duties under The Children Act 1989 and other legislation and guidance relating to children and families e.g. care proceedings, arrangements for adoption/permanency, risk assessments and investigations in relation to the protection of children.
• Creating effective SMART plans referring to the Practice Framework, using the appropriate available resources ensuring needs are met through negotiation and consultation with professional colleagues and service users.
• Promote anti-discriminatory practice and the empowerment of children and families.
• Build positive relationships with children and their families through promoting participation and undertaking direct work to ensure that their voices, wishes and feelings are heard.
• Update and maintain high quality and accurate case files in the council's social work database, Liquid Logic, ensuring that all key information and plans are recorded within timescales and comply with General Data Protection Regulations.
• Provide witness statements for Court when required, accountable to the requirements of both internal/external agencies inline with Luton Borough Council Policies and Procedures.
• To be responsible for your Continued Professional Development (CPD) and progression through regular check-ins and supervisions.
• Attending training through the Social Work Academy and Research in Practice.

Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.