Social Worker - Children in Care (CIC) Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Social Worker - Children in Care (CIC) Team

Location: Rochdale, UK
Salary: £35.00 per hour
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: Part Time / Full Time
Specialism: Children's Social Work

Step into a rewarding opportunity as a Social Worker within the Children in Care (CIC) Team in Rochdale, where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of looked-after children and young people. Offering flexible part-time or full-time options and a competitive hourly rate of £35.00, this role provides the ideal balance between professional impact and personal flexibility. Join a committed team focused on delivering stability, safety, and positive long-term outcomes for children in care.

Perks and Benefits:

• Flexible Hours: Choose between part-time or full-time working arrangements to suit your lifestyle and commitments.

• Competitive Pay: Earn £35.00 per hour, recognising your expertise, dedication, and professionalism.

• Professional Development: Access ongoing learning opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career within children's social care.

• Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative team supported by experienced colleagues and robust supervision.

• Impactful Work: Experience the fulfilment of improving outcomes for children and young people in care.

Job Purpose:

You will provide high-quality, child-centred social work to children and young people looked after by Rochdale Council. Your role involves ensuring that children in care receive nurturing, stable placements alongside care plans designed to promote safety, wellbeing, and long-term success. Working within the CIC service, you will fulfil statutory responsibilities, develop effective care planning, and collaborate with carers, birth families, and partner agencies to safeguard and support each child's journey.

What You Will Do:

• Manage a caseload of children in care, ensuring all statutory duties are met, including regular visits and direct work.

• Develop outcome-focused Care Plans, Placement Plans, and Pathway Plans to support each child's individual needs.

• Support children through key transitions such as reunification, placement changes, or preparation for adulthood.

• Prepare and present detailed reports for Looked After Children (LAC) Reviews, court proceedings, and relevant panels.

• Work closely with Independent Reviewing Officers (IROs) to prevent drift or delay in permanency planning.

• Participate in multi-agency meetings, permanency tracking p