Social Worker - LAC - Nottinghamshire

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking a passionate Social Worker specialising in Looked After Children (LAC) to join our team in Nottinghamshire. The role focuses on assessing needs, developing and reviewing care plans, and advocating for vulnerable children in care.

You will collaborate with families and professionals, maintain case records, and participate in ongoing training to deliver high-quality services.

Qualifications

• A recognized Social Work qualification (BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working with children and families, particularly in a LAC setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices in child welfare and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children’s needs and circumstances.
• Develop, implement, and review care plans in collaboration with children, families, and other professionals.
• Provide direct support and intervention to children and families, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
• Monitor and review the progress of children in care, making necessary adjustments to care plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with local policies and legislation.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Child welfare knowledge

Education

BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Social Worker specializing in Looked After Children (LAC) to join our dynamic team in Nottinghamshire. This pivotal role involves working closely with children and families to provide support, guidance, and advocacy, ensuring the best outcomes for vulnerable children in care. As a Social Worker, you will be responsible for assessing needs, developing care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality services.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of children’s needs and circumstances.
• Developing, implementing, and reviewing care plans in collaboration with children, families, and other professionals.
• Providing direct support and intervention to children and families, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
• Monitoring and reviewing the progress of children in care, making necessary adjustments to care plans.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with local policies and legislation.
• Participating in team meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized Social Work qualification (BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working with children and families, particularly in a LAC setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices in child welfare and safeguarding.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements, access to professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. You will also have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of children in care, working alongside a team that is committed to achieving the best outcomes for all.