Social Worker

Connect2Socialwork; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local social work agency in the UK is seeking a qualified Social Worker to manage a diverse caseload involving complex cases. Responsibilities include assessments, partnerships with various agencies, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will have SWE Registration and a relevant degree, along with experience in child welfare legislation. This role offers unique benefits including a free DBS service and a referral bonus.

Benefits

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to a wide range of roles nationwide

Dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge

Prompt and reliable payroll system

"Refer a Friend" bonus - get £300 per referral

Qualifications

• Must be registered with Social Work England and eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience in managing a Children & Families caseload is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a Children & Families caseload, including assessments and reviews.
• Develop partnerships with agencies for better child outcomes.
• Record accurate information timely and efficiently.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and local policies.

Skills

SWE Registration

Post-qualified experience

Drive and have access to a car

Understanding of legislation related to child protection

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Purpose of the Job:

Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families. The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF).

Main duties and responsibilities

• Manage a Children & Families caseload to include complex and diverse cases, involving assessments, reviews and the preparation of welfare reports and court attendance, to effectively meet the needs of the client group in line with the standards set out in the Social Care Capability Framework. The caseload will be managed within the relevant framework of supervision dependent on the complexity of the case and post qualification experience of the post holder.
• Initiate and develop close working partnerships with statutory agencies, voluntary and private sector agencies, carers and those with parental responsibility in order to facilitate good outcomes for children and their families.
• Complete effective and timely recording of accurate information using agreed systems.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of legislation, local policies and procedures, particularly those relating to Looked After Children, Children in Need and Child Protection, acting in line with these to ensure consistency and a high quality of service delivery.

Requirements as a Social Worker include

• SWE Registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Drive and have access to a car
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Benefits of working for Connect2SocialWork

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge
• Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council
• Prompt and reliable payroll system
• "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £300 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place

Interested? Contact me today for more information! / 07725 902 996

Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.