Social Worker - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children

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Job Title: Social Worker - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children
Specialism: Children's Services
Location: Cambridge, UK
Salary: £40,735.00 - £43,516.00 Annually
Salary Type: Annual
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time / Part Time

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey in the picturesque city of Cambridge, UK? We are seeking a skilled Social Worker specialising in Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children to join a supportive and forward-thinking team. With a salary ranging from £40,735.00 to £43,516.00 annually, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable young people while developing your professional expertise. Working within a respected and collaborative environment, you will be part of a service dedicated to delivering high-quality care and safeguarding outcomes for children and young people.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time / Part Time options: Enjoy flexible working arrangements that allow you to tailor your schedule around your personal and professional commitments.

• Professional development opportunities: Access ongoing training and career development programmes to ensure you remain at the forefront of best social work practice.

• Rewarding work environment: Join a supportive and collaborative team where your expertise is valued and your work has a direct positive impact on young lives.

• Comprehensive pension scheme and holiday entitlement: Benefit from a strong pension plan and generous annual leave, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

• Wellbeing programmes: Take advantage of dedicated wellbeing support and resources designed to protect and enhance your mental and physical health.

What you will do:

• Provide professional leadership and expert social work practice, making independent decisions in complex or high-risk situations.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the needs, strengths, and risks for children and young people, creating clear and effective care plans using SMART objectives.

• Work collaboratively with partner agencies and multi-disciplinary teams to develop effective multi-agency support plans that promote independence and wellbeing.

• Contribute to the development of integrated services and policies, supporting innovative approaches aligned with national guidance and best practice standards.

• Maintain and enhance your knowledge of social policy, legislation, and professional practice, ensuring compliance with organisational protocols and safeguarding requirements.

Essential qualifications and requirements:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, Masters, Post Graduate Diploma, or Social Work fast-track qualifying programme).

• Current registration with Social Work England.

• A valid UK driving licence with the ability to travel across multiple locations when required.

• Strong knowledge of child development, safeguarding legislation, and effective social work interventions.

Essential skills and experience:

• Demonstrated experience in assessing needs and delivering effective social work interventions in partnership with children, young people, and families.

• Ability to maintain high-quality case records, producing clear, concise, and child-centred reports and plans.

• Proven skills in building strong relationships and rapport with children and families using a person-centred and strengths-based app