Liquid Personnel is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Peripatetic Senior Social Worker to join Cardiff County Council. This role will primarily support the Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) Team and contribute to Practice Improvement within the Intake and Assessment team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide high-quality social work services: Deliver comprehensive support to unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development.
* Support the UASC Team: Assist in delivering effective and efficient services tailored to the unique needs of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.
* Contribute to practice improvement: Engage in initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality and effectiveness of social work practices within the Intake and Assessment team.
* Conduct assessments: Perform thorough assessments to understand the needs and circumstances of children and families, and develop appropriate care plans.
* Ongoing support: Provide continuous support and intervention to children and families, adapting to their evolving needs.
* Collaborative work: Work closely with other professionals and agencies, fostering a multidisciplinary approach to achieve the best outcomes for children.
* Maintain records: Ensure all records are accurate, up-to-date, and comply with statutory requirements and best practice guidelines.
* Participate in team activities: Engage in team meetings, supervision sessions, and training opportunities to support professional development and team cohesion.
Requirements:
* Qualified Social Worker: Must hold a valid Social Work England registration.
* Experience: Significant experience in working with children and families, particularly within the context of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.
* Skills: Strong assessment, planning, and intervention skills, with the ability to manage complex cases effectively.
* Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building rapport with children, families, and professionals.
* Teamwork: Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team setting.
* Professional development: Commitment to continuous professional development and practice improvement.
* Flexibility: Willingness to work in a hybrid role, balancing remote and office-based work as required.
Why Liquid Personnel?
* New ‘Faster Pay’ service getting you paid more quickly
* Twice weekly payroll
* Free DBS and compliance service
* Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
* Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
* Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
* Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
* “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
* “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us*
Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes*
If you would like more information please contact Lizzie Day on:
02921051358 or email Lizzie.Day@liquidpersonnel.com
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