Social Worker Looked After Children

Quid, Inc.; Location (WV); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance, up to 32 days plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave schemes

Access to comprehensive training and development programme

Job summary

A local authority in Waltham Forest is seeking an experienced Social Worker for the Looked After Children Team. The role involves formulating care plans, managing caseloads including care proceedings, attending court, and preparing assessments. Candidates must hold a Social Work degree and be registered with Social Work England. This position offers generous benefits such as holiday allowances and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Social Work.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Completed ASYE.
• Valid Social Work England registration.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement Care Plans and Pathway Plans.
• Manage caseload for care proceedings and attend Court.
• Prepare reports for Court and care reviews.
• Complete assessments for children and families.

Skills

Social Work

Court Representation

Care Plan Implementation

Education

Degree in Social Work

ASYE completed

Social Work England registration

Job description

Liquid Personnel are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker for the Looked After Children Team to join our clients in Waltham Forest.

Bursting with culture, energy, and opportunity, the London Borough of Waltham Forest is a fantastic and exciting place to work. They are a highly ambitious borough. London Borough of Waltham Forest is one of the Mayor of London's Good Work Standard employers. This accreditation is a proof of THEIR commitment to creating a healthy, fair and inclusive workplace. This includes fair pay and conditions, workplace well-being, skills and progression.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance, up to 32 days plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave schemes
• Access to comprehensive training and development programme

Role of a LAC Social Worker

• You will formulate, prepare and implement Care Plans and Pathway Plans
• You will manage a caseload including those in care proceedings, attend Court, prepare court statements and care plans and represent the Local Authority
• You will prepare and present a range of reports, including reports for Court, Child Care Reviews, Professional and Planning meetings
• You will complete assessments for children, young people and their families

Essential Requirements

• You will hold a degree in Social Work
• Be registered with Social Work England
• Have completed your ASYE
• Social Work qualified, with valid Social Work England registration

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.