UASC Social Worker — Help Separated Children Thrive

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working requests

Job summary

City of Doncaster Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Inspiring Futures Team, focused on separated children. You will handle assessments, safeguarding and family support, working within a fixed shift pattern and flexible requests.

A strong commitment to high practice standards and child-centred outcomes is essential. Essential qualifications include a BA/MA in Social Work (or equivalent) and registration with Social Work England.

Qualifications

• BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification
• Registered with Social Work England
• Experience of working with children and families, preferably as a qualified social worker
• Ability to build strong relationships with children, families, colleagues and partner agencies
• Ability to analyse information and write high-quality assessments
• Focus on supporting families to help them resolve challenges
• Commitment to provide children in care with support to thrive
• Focus on continuing professional development
• Motivation and resilience
• Knowledge of separated children and asylum process

Responsibilities

• Carry out social work assessments for separated children.
• Support families to make positive changes and enable children to meet their potential.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, and partner agencies.
• Ensure high standards of practice and effective case management.
• Contribute to positive outcomes for children in care and safeguarding.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Excellent communication

Assessment writing

Education

BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

City of Doncaster Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Inspiring Futures Team, focused on separated children. You will handle assessments, safeguarding and family support, working within a fixed shift pattern and flexible requests.

A strong commitment to high practice standards and child-centred outcomes is essential. Essential qualifications include a BA/MA in Social Work (or equivalent) and registration with Social Work England.