We are working closely alongside a Local Authority Herefordshire to assist with the appointment of a Childrens Social Worker, on a 3.5-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £23.08 - £29.59 per hour
Responsibilities:
* Manage a complex caseload, providing professional and high-quality social work services to children and families.
* Conduct assessments, develop and implement care plans in accordance with statutory regulations and best practices.
* Work collaboratively with families to empower them to make necessary changes, ensuring child safety and welfare.
* Undertake safeguarding investigations and ensure effective risk management strategies are in place.
* Engage in court proceedings, providing well-written reports and giving oral evidence when required.
Qualifications & Experience :
* A recognised Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, CSS, or equivalent).
* Registration with Social Work England.
* Minimum of 2 years experience in statutory social care, working with children and families.
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policies, and procedures.
* Experience in managing complex cases and undertaking risk assessments.
Please note:
* You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
* You should have right to work in U.K
* This role requires an enhanced DBS
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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