Social Worker - Family Support & Protection Team - Usk - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A leading personnel agency is seeking a skilled Social Worker to join the Family Support & Protection Team in Usk. This full-time locum role offers the chance to impact the lives of children and families while enjoying flexibility and professional growth. Responsibilities include relationship building, risk assessment, and multi-agency collaboration. Competitive hourly rate of £38.43 and excellent benefits await the right candidate.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

High-quality supervision

Continual professional development

Extra holiday days during Christmas and Easter

Excellent pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in child protection and legal proceedings.
• Ability to build strong relationships with children and families.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with children and families.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners.
• Manage a varied caseload focused on child protection.

Skills

Relationship building

Assessment and planning

Multi-agency collaboration

Case management

Crisis response

Education

Qualification in social work

Job description

Social Worker – Family Support & Protection Team

Job Title: Social Worker – Family Support & Protection Team
Specialism: Family Support & Protection
Job Location: Usk, UK
Salary: £38.43 Hourly
Duration: 3 Months, Full Time

Are you ready to take on a rewarding locum position in Usk that allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families? We are seeking a skilled Social Worker to join the Family Support & Protection Team. Your role will involve supporting children, young people, and their families requiring crucial social care assistance to ensure their health and wellbeing. Based in the south of Monmouthshire, you’ll need to easily commute to locations such as Chepstow, Caldicot, and Magor.

Perks and benefits:

Being a locum social worker offers you the flexibility to manage your own schedule while gaining valuable experience across diverse cases. You’ll step into a dynamic team environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards. Not only will you have the chance to work alongside passionate professionals, but you’ll also have access to high-quality supervision and training. Benefit from an excellent pension scheme and enhance your professional development through continuous learning opportunities. Additionally, enjoy extra holiday days during Christmas and Easter, promoting a beneficial work-life balance.

What you will do:

• Build strong, trusting relationships with children, young people, families, and carers
• Assess and plan in accordance with relevant guidance and legislation
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to mitigate risks and vulnerabilities
• Manage a varied caseload with a focus on child protection and legal proceedings
• Present in formal meetings and court settings confidently
• Provide innovative support and advice to families and carers
• Complete comprehensive assessments and formulate focused plans
• Undertake office duties and respond to crises as needed
• Contribute to service development and supervise social work students
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records

Working in Usk, you will benefit from the beautiful scenery and a friendly community, making it not only a fantastic place to advance your social work career but also a delightful area to call home. If you’re looking for a role that combines personal satisfaction, professional growth, and the chance to be part of a close-knit team, this opportunity in lovely Monmouthshire is not to be missed. Embrace this chance to make a real impact while enjoying the flexibility and benefits that locum work offers.