Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Havering, UK
Salary: £39.04 per hour

Senior Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team in Havering, earning £39.04 per hour. This exciting ongoing locum opportunity offers full-time hours and the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families across the borough. Working within a dynamic safeguarding service, you will utilise your specialist knowledge and experience to protect vulnerable children, support families, and drive high-quality social work practice to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time: Enjoy the consistency and stability of a full-time role while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £39.04 per hour, recognising your expertise and commitment to safeguarding children.

• Professional Development: Access high-quality training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

• Diverse Work Environment: Collaborate with a wide range of professionals and organisations, broadening your experience and professional network.

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Benefit from flexible working options that support both personal and professional responsibilities.

• Leadership Opportunities: Share your expertise by mentoring colleagues and contributing to the development of high standards of practice.

• Meaningful Impact: Play a pivotal role in improving the safety, wellbeing, and long-term outcomes of children and young people.

What you will do:

• Case Management: Manage a complex and varied caseload involving children and families where there are significant safeguarding concerns.

• Assessments: Undertake comprehensive assessments in accordance with statutory guidance, local procedures, and best practice standards.

• Care Planning: Develop, implement, and regularly review Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children plans.

• Safeguarding Investigations: Lead safeguarding enquiries and investigations under Section 47 of the Children Act 1989.

• Court Work: Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, statements, and care plans for court proceedings and legal processes.

• Record Keeping: Ensure all case recordings are accurate, timely, and compliant with statutory and organisational requirements.

• Mentoring and Support: Provide guidance, coaching, and support to newly qualified and less experienced