Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Children and Families Safeguarding Team. This role requires a Social Work Qualification and at least 3 years of post-qualified experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in safeguarding and court proceedings, contributing to the protection of vulnerable children. The team prides itself on a child-centred approach, ensuring effective case progression. With a supportive management structure and a hybrid working scheme, this position offers stability and the chance to make a real difference in the community. If you are passionate about safeguarding and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working scheme

Supportive management structure

Easily accessible via car

Parking available nearby

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contracts.
• Extensive experience in children's frontline safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Work with vulnerable children in need of protection.
• Make effective decisions on cases during crisis intervention.

Skills

Social Work Qualification

Frontline Safeguarding Experience

Court Proceedings Experience

Child-Centred Approach

Education

Degree in Social Work

Tools

UK Driving Licence

Job description

We are looking for a Social Worker to join a Children and Families Safeguarding Team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years equivalent post qualified experience in permanent contracts.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contracts is essential in order to be considered for this position. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a children's frontline safeguarding Social Work team as well as key experience in initial court proceedings. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential for this role.

About the team

This team is responsible for dealing with the most vulnerable and in need of protection children in the borough. Working proactively, with a child-centred approach to each case is vital to ensure successful case progression. The team pride themselves on their ability to effectively and efficiently make decisions on cases at all stages of crisis intervention.

What's on offer?

1. £35.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
2. Hybrid working scheme
3. Supportive management structure with regular supervision
4. Easily accessible via car
5. A stable contract due to the demands of the service
6. Parking available/ nearby

For more information, please get in contact

Katherine Scoggins - Candidate Consultant