Social Worker – Duty Team

Sanctuary Personnel; St Helens; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FT/PT flexibility

Hybrid working

Supportive team

Career growth

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a locum Social Worker to join the Duty Team in St Helens, Merseyside. This role offers flexible full- or part-time hours with hybrid working and a competitive hourly rate of £40.00.

You will respond to referrals from MASH, assess needs, and manage CIN/CP/ PLO cases within a supportive team, with supervision and a focus on high practice standards.

Qualifications

• Strong communication abilities for interacting with children, families, and professionals.
• Experience in CIN/CP/PLO cases, with competency in Section 47 investigations.
• Ability to analyse information critically and assess risk.

Responsibilities

• Respond to referrals from the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH).
• Conduct necessary assessments and develop individual plans for children and families.
• Participate in the Duty Service, responding to critical cases every four weeks.
• Manage CIN, CP, and Public Law Outline (PLO) cases efficiently.
• Collaborate with a team of social workers, a team manager, and an assistant team manager.
• Engage children in your work, ensuring their voices and needs are central to all assessments and plans.

Skills

Communication

CIN/CP/PLO experience

Risk assessment

Teamwork

Independent thinking

Job description

Discover an exciting opportunity as a Social Worker on the Duty Team within Children’s Social Care in St Helens, Merseyside, earning £40.00 hourly. This ongoing role offers both full-time and part-time positions, making it ideal for those looking to balance work with other commitments. Join our vibrant team and help shape the future of Children’s Social Services in this dynamic borough.

As a locum social worker, you will enjoy the flexibility of choosing your working hours, gaining diverse professional experience, and enhancing your career with less permanent commitment. Here in St Helens, we value your skills and aim to support your growth with regular supervision and a robust practice support team to help you excel with our local practice standards.

Perks and benefits

• Full-time/Part-time flexibility: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits your personal needs.
• Hybrid working: Work two days a week in the office with the flexibility of remote working.
• Supportive team environment: Get the guidance and support you need with supervision and advice from experienced team members.
• Career growth: Gain valuable experience to enhance your skill set and expand your career options.
• Health and wellness resources: Access to resources that support your well-being while you make a difference in others’ lives.

What you will do

• Respond to referrals from the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH).
• Conduct necessary assessments and develop individual plans for children and families.
• Participate in the Duty Service, responding to critical cases every four weeks.
• Manage Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Public Law Outline (PLO) cases efficiently.
• Collaborate with a team of social workers, a team manager, and an assistant team manager.
• Engage children in your work, ensuring their voices and needs are central to all assessments and plans.

Essential skills

• Strong communication abilities for interacting with children, families, and professionals.
• Experience in managing CIN/CP and PLO cases, with competency in Section 47 investigations.
• Ability to analyse information critically and assess risk.
• Teamwork skills, coupled with the capacity for independent decision-making.
• Commitment to high practice standards and a fast-paced work environment.

Come and be part of a community where your work can truly make a difference. St Helens, nestled between Liverpool and Manchester, offers the charm of a close-knit community with the amenities of big city life. Experience the warmth and friendliness of Merseyside while taking advantage of the cultural and recreational opportunities that make living and working here so rewarding.