Social Worker | CLA / CIC | Devon

Caritas Recruitment; Pilton; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation/commuter allowance

Hybrid work

Free parking

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Looked After Children team in Devon on maternity cover and interim assignments. You will manage caseloads, complete assessments and care plans, and collaborate with families and partner agencies to secure positive outcomes for children in care.

Hybrid working is available with some office-based duties; SWE registration and UK right-to-work are required, along with a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England (SWE).
• Registered to practice in the UK with Right to Work in the UK.
• ASYE completion is required or has been completed.
• Experience in Children’s Social Care and safeguarding.
• Experience working in multi‑agency environments and court proceedings.
• Strong assessment, recording and planning skills are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of relevant children’s social care legislation and practice.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children and young people in care.
• Complete high-quality assessments, care planning and reviews.
• Work with children, families and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
• Ensure no drift or delay in planning for children and young people.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings and court-related work.
• Deliver effective recording, assessment and SMART planning.

Skills

Social work

Assessment

Communication

Multi-agency

Court proceedings

Education

Social Work degree

ASYE completion

Job description

Social Worker - Looked After Children / Child In Care Team - Devon

Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.

Caritas Recruitment is seeking experienced Social Workers to join the Children Looked After (Corporate Parenting) North & Mid Team on both maternity cover and interim assignments. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive service dedicated to achieving positive, family-led outcomes for children and young people in care. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will build and maintain strong relationships with children, young people and their families, ensuring safety, stability and permanence while delivering high-quality social work practice.

About the Role

As a Social Worker within the Children Looked After Team, you will:

• Manage a caseload of children and young people in care
• Complete high-quality assessments, care planning and reviews
• Work closely with children, families and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes
• Ensure no drift or delay in planning for children and young people
• Participate in multi-agency meetings and court-related work where required
• Deliver effective recording, assessment and SMART planningThe service is committed to maintaining high standards of professional practice and supporting social workers to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people.

Key Details

• Team: Children Looked After (Corporate Parenting) North Team
• Location: Taw View, Barnstaple, EX31 1EE
• Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• 9-day fortnight arrangements may be considered for suitable candidates subject to service needs
• Hybrid working available, subject to service requirements
• Minimum 1 day per week in the office required for duty days and team meetings
• Flexibility to use alternative office locations on non-duty days may be available following discussion with the Team Manager
• Free on-site parking available

Requirements

• Social Work qualification
• Social Work England registration
• Right to Work in the UK
• Successful completion of ASYE
• Experience within Children's Social Care
• Experience working within multi-agency environments and court proceedings
• Strong assessment, recording and planning skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of relevant children's social care legislation, theory and practice
• Valid UK driving licence
• Access to a vehicle for work purposes

Pay and Benefits

• Up to £38 per hour (depending on experience)
• £150 per week accommodation/commuter allowance available for candidates who meet eligibility criteria
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Free parking
• Supportive management and team environmentFor more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - (url removed) / (phone number removed)

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy