Youth Offending Institute Social Worker – Safeguarding & Advocacy

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their team at HM Youth Offending Institute Werrington. The role involves supporting vulnerable children in custody and working closely with various agencies to ensure their welfare and safety. Candidates must hold a professional social work qualification and preferably have experience in Child Protection within a custodial environment. This is a full-time position with various responsibilities focused on safeguarding and advocating for young individuals.

Qualifications

• Post qualifying experience in Child Protection in the UK.
• Experience working in a Youth Offending Institute preferred, but not mandatory.
• Desire to advocate for vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Support looked after children and children in custody.
• Advise managers on child protection issues.
• Liaise with local authorities and other agencies.
• Document information related to child exploitation.
• Attend Children in Care Reviews.

Skills

Child Protection

Advocating for vulnerable children

Collaboration with multi-agency teams

Education

Professional social work qualification

Job description

A governmental authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their team at HM Youth Offending Institute Werrington. The role involves supporting vulnerable children in custody and working closely with various agencies to ensure their welfare and safety. Candidates must hold a professional social work qualification and preferably have experience in Child Protection within a custodial environment. This is a full-time position with various responsibilities focused on safeguarding and advocating for young individuals.