SW Locums require a Social Work Wales registered Social Worker with demonstratable UK experience in a similar statutory setting to work as a Principal Social Worker in the Enquiry and Assessment Team. You must have a minimum of 3 years post Qualification work experience within Children's assessment services.
Minimum Requirements
* Professional Social Work qualification i.e. MA/Degree in Social Work or recognised predecessor equivalent e.g. CQSW, DipSW, CSS;
* Right to work in the UK.
* Enhanced DBS Issued within past 12 months or be registered with the DBS Update Service.
* Complete the relevant post qualifying awards within a defined period.
* Knowledge of assessment for care and support needs.
* A sound understanding of the law relating to Adults/Children and Families.
* Knowledge of child and adolescent development.
* Knowledge of safeguarding procedures for children and adults at risk.
* Knowledge of looked after children statutory guidance and processes.
Duties:
* Undertaking assessments in line with the Social Services and Well-being Act (Wales) 2014 with children, adults and their families/carers, identifying outcomes and where required developing care and support plans, which are monitored and reviewed.
* Risks to children and adults are assessed and balanced in a way that promotes coproduction, independence and choice;
* Strengths within the persons circumstances are identified and promoted;
* Have a responsibility to plan and work within the financial resources which have been secured to deliver social care services within their area of accountability;
* Social inclusion of isolated and vulnerable people is promoted; particularly networking with community and family resources;
* Work in collaboration with other agencies adopting a multi disciplinary approach where appropriate;
* Ensuring that electronically held records, including case recordings, assessments, care and support plans and reviews are completed and/or updated in accordance with departmental policy and procedures;
At SW Locums you will benefit from:
* Constant support with your own, vastly experienced and knowledgeable consultant.
* Great rates of pay.
* No “waffle” straight talking, conscientious and informed advice.
* Fastest and accurate payments available.
* Contact available 24/7.
* Access to exclusive vacancies nationwide.
* Free DBS and compliance service.
* Access to on-going training opportunities.
* Industry leading “Refer a Friend” recommendation scheme offering a substantial £££ bonus for successfully placed referrals.
* Excellent “Find your own job” bonus – get £££ for bringing your own position to us *
* Terms and conditions apply to our bonus scheme