JOB-20240819-db742659

Social Worker - Children Looked After Team

Job Title: Locum Social Worker - Children Looked After Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Devon, UK
Salary: £38.00 per hour
Employment Type: Ongoing Locum

Embark on a rewarding journey as a Locum Social Worker within the Children Looked After Team, where your skills and compassion will help shape brighter futures for children and young people. This full-time position (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday) offers an excellent hourly rate of £38.00, providing both financial reward and professional fulfilment in equal measure.

As a vital member of a supportive and dynamic team, you'll contribute to creating stable, nurturing environments for children in care - ensuring their voices are heard, their needs are met, and their potential is realised.

Perks and Benefits:

• Hybrid Working: Balance your professional and personal life with flexible hybrid arrangements.

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to £38.00 per hour for your valuable expertise and dedication.

• Weekly Allowance: Receive up to £150 per week for accommodation or commuting (for those living 50+ miles from base).

• Professional Development: Collaborate with passionate colleagues and enhance your skills within a progressive and supportive environment.

• Locum Flexibility: Experience a diverse workload that keeps every day engaging and full of learning opportunities.

What You Will Do:

• Build positive and trusting relationships with children, young people, and families to achieve lasting, strength-based outcomes.

• Carry out comprehensive and timely assessments, ensuring that interventions are responsive and effective.

• Work collaboratively within multi-agency networks to support children's needs and ensure continuity of care.

• Uphold your responsibilities as a Corporate Parent, championing the welfare and aspirations of children in care.

• Navigate complex cases with resilience, sound judgment, and a focus on achieving permanent, positive outcomes.

• Share knowledge and guidance with colleagues, maintaining high standards of practice across the service.

Why Choose