Social Worker - Duty Team - Nottingham - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Social Worker for a Duty Team role in Nottingham. This full-time locum position requires expertise in children's services and offers a competitive hourly rate of £32. Responsibilities include conducting assessments and presenting cases in court, with a minimum duration of three months. Join a supportive team and enjoy flexibility to balance work and personal life.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive colleagues

Qualifications

• Experience in children's services and assessing needs and risks.
• Ability to participate in multidisciplinary meetings.
• Expertise in preparing and presenting cases in court.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth assessments of children and families to evaluate needs and risks.
• Progress cases from initial encounters through to closure or transition.
• Participate in and manage the full cycle of duty.

Job description

Overview

Position: Social Worker – Duty Team. Specialism: Children’s Services. Location: Nottingham, UK. Salary: £32 per hour. Job Type: Locum. Duration: 3 months.

Step into an engaging opportunity as a Social Worker within our Duty Team in Nottingham. This full-time locum position offers flexibility and a rewarding environment to support children’s services for a minimum duration of three months. The role involves progressing children’s assessments across cases such as Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Children Looked After (CLA), taking cases to Initial Child Protection Conferences (ICPC), contributing to court presentations, and supporting Looked After Children (LAC) reviews with a tactical week on duty and three weeks to follow through with case work.

Perks and benefits:

Locum work provides flexibility to balance work with personal life. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate, along with a dynamic work environment and supportive colleagues that foster personal and professional growth. Locum positions can also expand your professional network and open doors to opportunities.

What you will do

• Conduct in-depth assessments of children and families to evaluate needs and risks
• Progress cases from initial encounters through to closure or transition
• Participate in and manage the full cycle of duty, including case allocation, conducting visits, and completing assessments in a timely manner
• Engage in multidisciplinary meetings, including ICPC and LAC reviews, providing your expert insights
• Prepare for and present cases in court, ensuring the best outcomes for children and families
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and other professionals to create and implement effective care plans

Why Nottingham

Nottingham is a city that blends modern excitement with historical charm, offering a vibrant environment with diverse cultural experiences.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency. With an Excellent rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and numerous industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible roles that match your skills and experience.