Social Worker – UASC – Shropshire – £33.10

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

Job summary

A social work recruitment agency in Shropshire is seeking a Social Worker to support unaccompanied asylum seekers and young people. The role involves flexible working from home with office days for meetings. Successful candidates need to have a DIPSW or equivalent qualification, Social Work England registration, and strong communication skills. The position requires recording assessments, conflict resolution, and relationship building with vulnerable teenagers. Competitive pay and support offered.

Benefits

Enhanced DBS provided

Friendly compliance team

£250 Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Enhanced and in date DBS certificate.
• Ability to write clear and concise assessment reports.
• Flexible approach to work and hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Recording and maintaining accurate assessments within timescales.
• Working with vulnerable teenagers who have experienced trauma.
• Building positive relationships and preparing for supervision.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Knowledge of service needs

Conflict resolution skills

Competent IT skills

Education

DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Social Work England registration

Job description

Overview

Social Worker
Team: UASC
Location: Shropshire
Rate: £33.10

Details: SSW/SP – UASC and 16+ Pathways Team
Rate – Up to £33.10

Cases for unaccompanied asylum seekers, placed predominantly in the West Midlands. Working with 16+ young people, living predominantly in the Shropshire area, but there can be distance driving.

Predominantly from home, but expected to come into the office on duty days and for team meetings, and other meetings that are arranged by People’s Directorate – One day in the office, 4 days working from home per week

Office Use: RQ1603673

For more information please contact Carly on 01282 525510 or [e-mail]

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

Responsibilities

• Recording is essential and keeping within timescales, good assessment skills and analysis.
• Conflict resolution, working with vulnerable and dysregulated teenagers, who have been through trauma and negative lived experience. CSE knowledge and skills
• Return home interviews, building a positive and trusting relationship with the young person. Preparation for supervision, and ensuring supervision is prioritised. Reflection and feedback, seeking direction as and when required.

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.