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Job Reference:
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Posted:
13.04.2025
Expiry Date:
28.05.2025
Job Description:
A Childrens Social Worker is required to join Walsall’s Corporate Parenting Service. This is a great opportunity to be part of a close-knit team.
Benefits:
Competitive rate of pay
Hybrid working
A stable and established team who have been recognised by Ofsted
Regular support/supervision
Opportunity for progressive professional development
Access to training materials
Long term contracts available
Details on role:
Job Specification: Principal Social Worker – Corporate Parenting Location: Walsall Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) Role Overview: Walsall are seeking a skilled and motivated Social Worker to join their Corporate Parenting team. This role involves managing a caseload of 8-10 cases, acting as a senior member of staff, and ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people in care.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide comprehensive social work support within the Corporate Parenting framework.
* Manage a caseload of 8-10 children and young people, ensuring their needs are met and their rights are upheld.
* Act as a senior member of the team, providing guidance and support to colleagues.
* Engage in safeguarding court work, ensuring compliance with legal standards and best practices.
* Collaborate with other agencies and professionals to promote the welfare of children and ensure their safety.
Essential Criteria:
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in corporate parenting or safeguarding court work is essential.
* In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and policies governing social work practice.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
* Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing office and remote work.
Why Join Walsall Council?
By joining Walsall Council, you will be part of a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and young people. We offer competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance.
As a Social Worker you are required to:
* Hold a Social Work England registration
* Be eligible to work in the UK
* Hold a full UK licence
* Post-qualified experience
* Degree level or equivalent in Social Work
Additional Benefits:
* Twice weekly payroll and an internal ‘hours’ team
* Free DBS and compliance service
* Access to a specialist consultant
* 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 £250 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
* “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *
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