Social Worker - Looked After Children Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly Salary

Career Advancement

Variety in Work

Professional Support

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Locum Social Worker for the Looked After Children Team based in Kirkby, UK. This ongoing opportunity offers flexible hours with either full-time or part-time arrangements and an hourly rate of £39.

You will work on a temporary basis within the Accelerated Permanence Team, developing assessments and reports to progress permanency for children, collaborating with Child Looked After service staff, and ensuring timely completion to prevent delays in securing

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with allocated social workers within the Child Looked After service.
• Prepare and present high-quality, evidence-based assessments and reports to facilitate permanency for children.
• Ensure timely completion of work to minimise drift and delay in securing permanent outcomes.
• Engage with children and families to gather essential information and provide the best outcomes possible.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Job description

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Locum Social Worker
Specialism: Looked After Children Team
Location: Kirkby, UK
Salary: £39 hourly
Employment: Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time

Take this exciting opportunity to step into a vibrant role where you can harness your experience as a social worker within the looked after children team. As an integral part of the Accelerated Permanence Team, you will work on a temporary basis while permanent recruitment is underway. In this position, you will join forces with our dedicated Child Looked After service staff to develop comprehensive assessments and reports, propelling children towards secure, long-term placements. The role is all about producing high-quality, evidence-based documents in a timely manner to prevent unnecessary delays in the process.

Perks and benefits:

• Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility of locum work with a competitive hourly rate, giving you the freedom to balance your personal and professional life as you see fit.
• Career Advancement: Take advantage of ongoing training and development to stay at the top of your game and use your new skills to further your career and increase your impact.
• Variety in Work: With the diverse caseload you'll handle, every day brings a new and rewarding challenge, keeping your job fresh and engaging.
• Professional Support: Access to a supportive network of colleagues and experts who are always on hand to offer advice and guidance to help you succeed in your role.

What you will do:

• Collaborate with allocated social workers within the Child Looked After service.
• Prepare and present high-quality, evidence-based assessments and reports to facilitate permanency for children.
• Ensure timely completion of work to minimise drift and delay in securing permanent outcomes.
• Engage with children and families to gather essential information and provide the best outcomes possible.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Living and working in Kirkby offers a unique blend of community spirit and accessibility. Nestled among beautiful countryside but close to vibrant city life, Kirkby provides the perfect backdrop for both relaxation and adventure. Here, you can make a difference while enjoying a fantastic quality of life. Join us in Kirkby and be part of an inspiring team making a real impact.