Position: Social Worker - Localities Team
Location: Stockport Council
Hourly Rate: £35.00 per hour
About the Role:
Ackerman Pierce is currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join the Localities Team at Stockport Council. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to make a significant impact on the lives of children, young people, and their families by providing high-quality social work services within the local community.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a diverse caseload of children and families, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
Conduct assessments, including Child and Family Assessments, to identify needs and risks.
Develop, implement, and review care plans to meet the identified needs of children and families.
Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated services.
Conduct home visits, attend meetings, and provide advocacy and support to service users.
Ensure all casework is documented accurately and in a timely manner in line with statutory requirements.
Participate in duty systems, including responding to emergencies and crisis situations.
Attend court as required, preparing and presenting evidence to support casework decisions.
Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker with a degree in Social Work or equivalent.
Registered with Social Work England.
Proven experience in children and families social work.
Strong assessment, analytical, and decision-making skil...