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Social Worker - Looked After Children Team - Darlington, £27.66 per hour. This exciting locum position is available for a driven Social Worker to join our dynamic Looked After Children (LAC) team in Darlington. You'll start with an initial three-month term, but there's a real chance of extending that further. Offering both full time and part time options, this role is perfect for those seeking flexibility and a rewarding working environment.
Perks and benefits:
1. Hourly Salary: Enjoy a competitive rate of £27.66 per hour, providing you with financial peace of mind and flexibility.
2. Full Time/Part Time: Choose the work-life balance that suits you best with options for full or part time hours.
3. Variety of Work: Engage in diverse tasks that allow you to build on your social work skills and experience, avoiding the monotony of routine jobs.
4. Career Growth: Gain valuable experience and enhance your career prospects in an esteemed team.
5. Networking Opportunities: Work alongside professionals from various fields, broadening your professional network.
What you will do:
1. Care Planning: Create and continuously refine care plans tailored specifically for each child's unique needs in the care system.
2. Direct Support: Offer vital emotional and practical support to looked after children, boosting their confidence and well-being.
3. Monitoring: Conduct regular visits to children's placements, ensuring their environments are supportive, and meticulously track each child's progress over time.
4. Multi-agency Working: Engage with schools, carers, health professionals, and other agencies to provide a comprehensive support network for the children.
5. Court Work: Skillfully prepare reports and represent the child's best interests in court during legal proceedings.
6. Advocacy: Champion the child's voice at all junctures, ensuring their needs and opinions are at the heart of every decision.
7. Record Keeping: Maintain precise and timely records, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.
8. Safeguarding: Vigilantly identify and respond to any risks concerning the child's safety or well-being.
Darlington is more than just a place to work; it's a community pulsating with life and opportunities. Rich in railway heritage yet forward-thinking, this thriving market town offers a blend of the charming past and an exciting future. Whether you're exploring its picturesque parks or delving into the vibrant arts scene, Darlington is a fantastic place to make your mark. Welcome to your rewarding career and life in Darlington!
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