Advanced Social Worker - Localities Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Advanced Social Worker - Localities Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: South Gloucestershire, UK
Salary: £41.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Part Time / Full Time

Advanced Social Worker within the Localities Team in South Gloucestershire, earning £41.00 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, providing an excellent chance to join an Ofsted-rated 'Good' Children's Service. Working within the North Locality Team in Patchway, you will play a vital role in safeguarding children and supporting families while contributing to positive and lasting outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Enjoy the flexibility to choose a working pattern that fits around your lifestyle and commitments.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £41.00 per hour, rewarding your expertise and dedication.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from ongoing support, supervision, and opportunities for career development.
• Work-Life Balance: Join a service that values employee wellbeing and promotes a healthy balance between professional and personal commitments.
• Dynamic Environment: Work within a team that embraces creativity, innovation, and child-centred practice.
• Ofsted-Rated 'Good' Service: Be part of a high-performing service committed to improving outcomes for children and families.

What you will do

• Statutory Social Work: Undertake statutory responsibilities within Child Protection, Children in Need, and the early stages of Children Looked After work.
• Safeguarding: Assess and respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring children are protected from harm.
• Public Law Outline: Participate in Public Law Outline processes and contribute to care proceedings where required.
• Assessment and Planning: Complete comprehensive assessments and develop effective intervention and care plans.
• Family Engagement: Work collaboratively with children, young people, and families to achieve positive and aspirational outcomes.
• Decision Making: Utilise strong professional judgement and problem-solving skills to make informed decisions.
• Multi-Agency Working: Work closely with partner agencies to coordinate support and deliver integrated services.
• Community-Based Practice: Travel across the local authority area to undertake visits and fulfil statutory duties.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Social Work Qualification: Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification.