Social Worker - Kinship Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Social Worker - Kinship Team
Location: Slough
Pay Rate: £35.70 per hour
Contract: Ongoing Locum
Hours: Full Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker within the Kinship Team in Slough. This ongoing locum role offers a rewarding chance to support children and families while working within a dedicated and supportive team. If you are passionate about strengthening family networks and helping children thrive in stable kinship placements, this role provides the perfect platform to make a meaningful impact.

Perks and Benefits

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments.

• Competitive Pay: Earn £35.70 per hour while gaining valuable experience.

• Diverse Caseload: Work with a variety of kinship arrangements, enhancing your professional expertise.

• Ongoing Opportunity: Benefit from consistent work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Meaningful Impact: Play a vital role in improving outcomes for children living within extended family networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and support kinship carers to ensure safe, stable, and nurturing environments for children.

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals to develop effective care and support plans.

• Conduct home visits and prepare detailed assessment and review reports.

• Provide crisis intervention and emotional support to children and families when required.

• Deliver training and guidance sessions to kinship carers to strengthen caregiving skills.

• Maintain accurate case records in line with statutory and organisational requirements.

Why Work in Slough

Slough offers a vibrant and diverse community alongside excellent green spaces and outstanding transport links to London and surrounding areas. It provides an ideal balance between urban convenience and community-focused living, making it a great place to build both your career and lifestyle.

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