Opus People Solutions, on behalf of Northampton Children's Trust, have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join their Children in Care Team.
Job Title: Social Worker - Children in Care Court Team
Length of assignment: 12 weeks
Hours per week: 37
Hourly rate: £38
Location: Kettering
Remote/Office based: Hybrid - this varies week to week based on court hearings, CIC reviews, and visits.
Our children in care service provides oversight for all the children in care in Northamptonshire. This includes children subject to legal proceedings and managing a caseload of court proceedings.
Responsibilities include:
1. Completing assessments
2. Preparing court reports and statements
3. Undertaking statutory visits
4. Performing required tasks as a case-holding social worker
We focus on building meaningful relationships with young people, their families, and their carers to ensure effective planning for the future of every child.
The service has 11 teams that work across the county, focusing on particular cohorts of children.
You will need to be experienced in court work and confident enough to attend court independently if necessary.
If you strive to make a difference and have 3 years of social worker experience, then this role is for you. We would love to hear from you.
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