Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency, has a new permanent position available for an Experienced Social Worker within the Fostering Recruitment Team to work full time based in Medway.
The salary for this permanent Experienced Social Worker job is up to £46,067 per annum.
Main duties:
* Manage a caseload within a framework of appropriate reflective supervision, undertaking focused, analytical assessments, SMART plans, and reviews that have clear objectives and outcome measures in order to ensure that all vulnerable children receive a service that reflects the Council’s commitment to safeguard and putting the needs of individual children first.
* Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationships and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children, young people, and their families.
* Work directly with children and young people to establish their lived experiences, wishes, and feelings, using a variety of techniques, as required.
* Consistently use the Signs of Safety practice model in assessments and interventions with children and their families.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with Data Protection legislation (GDPR) and use Medway Council’s specific recording systems to promote effective case management.
* Prepare clear, structured, and concise reports for meetings, i.e. Child Protection Conferences, strategy meetings, Looked After Children Reviews, Children in Need meetings, and court proceedings as necessary, to the required standard and within the prescribed timescales.
* Keep up to date with research findings, theoretical models, and innovative practice within the social work field in order to maintain the highest professional standards.
* Participate in regular reflective supervision with your manager to review casework and critically reflect on, and identify any areas of learning.
* Maintain a record of continuous professional development in accordance with Social Work England’s guidance.
* To participate in one-to-one Performance Development Reviews and contribute to the identification of own and team development needs.
* To actively promote the Council’s Fair Access, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and observe the standard of conduct which prevents discrimination taking place.
* To ensure full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the Council’s Health and Safety, and all locally agreed safe methods of work.
* Keep up to date with the Council’s organisational policies, government guidance, legislation, research, and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards.
* At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.
Requirements of this Experienced Social Worker job:
* A Social Work Qualification or equivalent.
* Understanding of relevant legislation.
* Continual professional development.
* Social Work England registered.
Contact:
This Experienced Social Worker job is advertised by Charlie Reeve; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.
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