Social Worker – Fostering – Barnsley – £35

Ashberry Recruitment; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Temporary Senior Children's Social Worker based in Barnsley. This role within the Fostering Service requires prior experience and offers a full-time position with a minimum of 3 days on-site per week. Applicants must have relevant qualifications and effective communication skills. A flexible approach to working hours is advantageous.

Benefits

Dedicated experienced Consultant

Friendly compliance team

Enhanced DBS provided

£250 Referral bonus

Qualifications

• DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work required.
• Current Social Work England registration is essential.
• Enhanced DBS certificate must be in date.

Responsibilities

• Manage social work tasks within the Fostering Service.
• Ensure compliance with service needs.
• Prepare clear and concise assessments and reports.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Decision making based on information

Ability to work alone and in teams

Knowledge of service needs

Competent IT skills

Report writing skills

Flexible approach to work

Education

DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Social Work England registration

Enhanced and in date DBS certificate

Job description

Children’s Social Worker
Team: Fostering
Location: Barnsley
Rate: £35
Details:
A Temporary Senior Children’s Social Worker position after lunch today. This role is based within the Fostering Service, and prior experience is essential.
• Contract Duration: Until the end of December
• Working Arrangement: Minimum of 3 days on-site per week, full time only

Ashberry Recruitment would ask that applicants meet the following:

• DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work
• Social Work England registration
• Enhanced and in date DBS certificate.
• Excellent communication skills and be able to make good decisions based on information available.
• Can work alone and within/contribute to a team/multi-agency set ups
• Possess knowledge of service needs.
• Competent IT skills and be able to navigate electronic file/recording systems.
• Can write clear, concise, and robust assessment/reports/files.
• Have a flexible approach to work and working hours when the need arises

Why Ashberry?

• Dedicated experienced Consultant providing the ultimate support through your job search
• Friendly compliance team to guide you through the registration and placement process
• Provides your essential Enhanced DBS
• £250 Referral bonus.