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JOB-20240819-db742659Senior Social Worker – Children's Safeguarding Team – Hammersmith Are you searching for a dynamic new challenge? This ongoing opportunity could be perfect for you! We are looking for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Children's Safeguarding Team in the vibrant area of Hammersmith, UK. With a competitive hourly rate of £38.50, you will be able to enjoy the flexibility that locum work offers. Full-time and part-time options are available to suit your lifestyle. As a key player in our team, you will have the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families. Enjoy the freedom and variety that locum work provides while making a real difference. Perks and benefits:- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility of weekly pay, ensuring a more immediate return for your hard work. - Work-Life Balance: With the option to choose full-time or part-time work, achieve perfect balance and harmony between your professional and personal life. - Diverse Experience: Locum work offers a unique platform to gain diverse experiences and develop new skills within different settings. - Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with professionals from various disciplines, expanding your professional network and fostering valuable partnerships. What you will do:- Provide a service in line with statutory requirements and departmental priorities. - Participate in comprehensive training sessions, enhancing your career development while benefiting the service. - Engage in regular supervision and team meetings to maintain a cohesive and supportive environment. - Join the emergency duty rota and contribute to written recording and new technology applications where needed. - Respond to enquiries from the public and other agencies, ensuring prompt and effective service delivery. - Liaise with external agencies like the police and health services, as well as colleagues across divisions and council departments. - Take responsibility for individual client case planning, upholding professional standards. - Implement equal opportunities in both professional practice and service delivery. - Make informed decisions within the departmental priority framework, consulting management as necessary. - Undertake service development tasks and stay informed about departmental policies and procedures. Specialist Child Care Duties:- Provide a preventative and rehabilitative service according to the Children's Act, facilitating resources for family support. - Assess situations where children require protection or accommodation, mindful of equal opportunities. - Plan effectively with carers as partners in decisions concerning children's welfare. - Ensure children remain with their families unless legally untenable, planning a permanent future when necessary. - Provide emergency assessments where children are at risk, liaising with other department sections and agencies. Child Care Senior Social Worker Duties:- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and manage complex caseloads involving multi-disciplinary work, including court and protection cases. - Assist absent colleagues as needed and chair meetings under the direction of management. - Supervise students and facilitate their practice teaching, while also supporting new staff inductions. - Represent the department in multi-agency forums and training, contributing to service excellence. - Oversee the supervision of Family Support Workers and manage the duty rota effectively. This opportunity is based in Hammersmith, a wonderfully diverse and lively area of London known for its rich culture and excellent transport links. Discover the perfect environment to balance a fulfilling career in social work with an exciting lifestyle in the heart of London. Join our dedicated team today and make a difference where it truly matters! Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

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Senior Social Worker - Children's Safeguarding Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

<h3>Senior Social Worker - Assessment &amp; Child Protection Team</h3>

Location: Hammersmith, UK 
 Specialism: Children's Social Work - Assessment &amp; Child Protection 
 Salary: £38.50 per hour 
 Salary Type: Hourly 
 Contract: Ongoing 
 Hours: Part Time or Full Time

Join the Assessment &amp; Child Protection Team in the heart of Hammersmith as a Senior Social Worker, where you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding and supporting vulnerable children and families. This ongoing role offers competitive hourly pay of £38.50, with the flexibility to work part time or full time-ideal for professionals seeking both meaningful work and work-life balance in a vibrant London borough.


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Flexible Working: Choose part-time or full-time hours to suit your needs and lifestyle.
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Hourly Pay: Maximise your earnings and enjoy transparency with a competitive hourly rate.
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Professional Growth: Access regular training, supervision, and development opportunities to enhance your practice.
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Varied Caseload: Benefit from diverse, stimulating work that builds your expertise across multiple areas of practice.
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Lifestyle Balance: Shape your assignments around your goals and commitments.
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Deliver services in accordance with statutory duties, safeguarding frameworks, and departmental priorities.
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Participate actively in team meetings, supervision sessions, and training programmes.
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Communicate effectively with the public and other agencies through direct contact, phone, and written correspondence.
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Work closely with external partners including health services, schools, and the police.
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Manage a complex caseload involving child protection, court work, and permanency planning.
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Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of children and families.
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Ensure the Council's equality and diversity policies are embedded within your practice.
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Support the development of others by supervising students and contributing to new staff inductions.
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Engage in service development activities and remain up to date with policies, procedures, and best practice guidance.
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<h3>Why Hammersmith?</h3>

Hammersmith

Senior Social Worker - Assessment & Child Protection Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

<h3>Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding Team</h3>

Location: Uxbridge, Hillingdon, UK 
 Specialism: Children's Social Work - Safeguarding 
 Salary: £39.04 per hour 
 Salary Type: Hourly 
 Contract: Ongoing 
 Hours: Full Time (Part Time Considered)

Step into a rewarding locum opportunity as a Senior Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team in Uxbridge, Hillingdon. Based at The Civic Centre, Uxbridge UB8 1UW, this role offers stability through full-time hours (9am-5pm, Monday-Friday) while still allowing flexibility with start/finish times or the possibility of part-time arrangements. With competitive hourly pay and a dynamic working environment, this position is perfect for an experienced practitioner ready to make a meaningful impact.


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Full-Time Stability: Benefit from consistent hours that allow you to fully engage with the team and community.
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Hourly Pay: Enjoy the flexibility and clarity of hourly earnings, giving you full visibility into your income.
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Professional Development: Access ongoing training, CPD opportunities, and clear pathways for career progression.
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Diverse Caseload: Experience the variety and challenge that comes with locum safeguarding work.
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Professional Networking: Build strong relationships with colleagues across children's services and partner agencies.
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Build meaningful, relationship-based practice with children, young people, and families.
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Manage a complex caseload, exercising professional autonomy and sound decision-making.
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Provide expert advice, guidance, and technical support to colleagues, social workers, managers, and partner professionals.
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Use, model, and support others in applying a range of assessment and intervention frameworks.
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Lead and coordinate multi-agency safeguarding plans for children and families.
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Prepare high-quality reports for statutory interventions and act as an expert witness in Care or Private Law proceedings if required.
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Contribute to panel processes, team meetings, and wider service planning.
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Act as a practice educator or mentor for students, apprentices, and newly qualified social workers.
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Take part in reflective practice sessions and support service development activities.
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Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding Team

JOB-20240819-db742659The London Borough of Barnet is on the lookout for a Team Manager to join their bustling Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) team in Colindale, London. This locum social work role pays £43.76 per hour with full-time core hours of 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. However, flexibility around start and finish times is available, including the option for compressed work weeks and part-time positions. With an ongoing contract, you have the opportunity to immerse yourself in this essential role while enjoying adaptable working arrangements.Perks and benefits: Get ready for perks galore! As a locum, you have the flexibility to tailor your work schedule to your lifestyle preferences, giving you the perfect balance between work and life. Alongside this, you will also enjoy the satisfaction of making a genuine difference as a pivotal part of the safeguarding team. There's also the opportunity to expand your professional network through collaboration with a variety of partner agencies across police, health, and education sectors. To top it off, Colindale offers you a chance to work in a vibrant and diverse area of London, known for its excellent transport links and a welcoming community atmosphere.What you will do: - Provide operational leadership to the MASH team, ensuring effective multi-agency safeguarding practice - Supervise, support, and manage staff including social workers, officers, and admin staff, offering regular reflective supervision - Oversee workload allocation, ensuring referrals are triaged and screened efficiently and proportionately - Monitor staff performance, address practice issues, and support professional development - Oversee and quality assure all MASH assessments, screening decisions, and information-sharing processes - Authorise key safeguarding decisions, including thresholds for Section 17, Section 47, Early Help, and No Further Action - Ensure compliance with statutory timescales, local safeguarding procedures, and national guidance - Review and sign off complex cases, high-risk referrals, and those requiring strategy discussions - Lead effective multi-agency collaboration, ensuring consistent engagement from police, health, education, and other partners - Promote strong partnership working, ensuring information is shared lawfully, proportionately, and promptly - Escalate serious safeguarding concerns to senior leaders where necessary - Monitor performance data (timeliness, outcomes, thresholds) and implement service improvements - Lead audits, dip-samples, and reflective learning to improve practice quality - Contribute to strategic planning for the safeguarding partnership - Produce management reports for senior leadership and safeguarding boards - Maintain strong communication channels with partner agencies, senior management, and frontline teams - Provide guidance to external professionals who escalate concerns or request safeguarding advice - Ensure clear communication with families when appropriate, promoting transparency and partnershipLiving and working in Colindale is a fantastic opportunity, offering you the chance to be part of a vibrant community with easy access to the hustle and bustle of central London. With excellent transport links and a diverse array of shops, cafes, and recreational facilities, Colindale is a place that offers both career satisfaction and a fulfilling lifestyle. Dive into the dynamic and rewarding world of MASH in Barnet today!Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Social Work Team Manager - MASH

JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Child Protection Location: Colindale, London (2 Bristol Avenue, NW9 4EW) Salary: £37.54 per hourAre you a seasoned Social Worker seeking an exhilarating role within the realm of Child Protection? Dive into this rewarding opportunity in the vibrant town of Colindale. With flexible working patterns, including full-time and part-time options, your work-life balance can be tailored to your needs. Core hours are 9am-5pm from Monday to Friday, but variations like 8am-6pm for four days a week allow for a customised schedule.Perks and benefits: Enjoy competitive hourly pay with the freedom of locum work. This role offers flexibility, allowing you to adapt your hours to better fit your personal life. Our supportive environment promotes professional growth with numerous opportunities for training and development. As a locum, you can expand your professional network, gaining experience from various settings while enjoying the diverse culture of Colindale. Additionally, working in this location provides easy access to London's vibrant social scene and amenities.What you will do: - Attend Child in Need planning meetings - Implement Child in Need plans efficiently - Review and monitor Child in Need care plans in accordance with legislation - Identify resources and services to achieve planned outcomes within agreed timelines - Recognise the developmental needs of children in need - Ensure outcomes are achieved sufficiently through thorough assessments - Maintain up-to-date case recordings - Work closely with children and families under supervision orders - Conduct and record 6-weekly visits consistently - Carry out both announced and unannounced visits - Ensure child protection and looked after children processes are implemented - Seek legal advice as required regarding supervision or care ordersRequirements: To apply, it is essential to have a degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work, current registration with Social Work England, and significant frontline experience within Social Services in the UK.Living and working in Colindale offers the best of both worlds—a welcoming community feel with the pulsating rhythm of London life at your doorstep. Bloom with your career in this thriving part of the capital, known for its culture, convenience, and connectivity. This is an exceptional chance to enhance and develop your skills while being part of a dynamic Child Protection team in Colindale.Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Adult Social Worker - Inpatient Forensic Services 
 Location: Beckenham, UK 
 Salary: £30.00 per hour 
 Contract Type: Full-Time, Ongoing

We have an exciting opportunity for an Adult Social Worker to join the Inpatient Forensic Services Team at River House in Beckenham. This ongoing full-time locum role offers a competitive £30.00 per hour and the chance to work in a dynamic, engaging environment with a diverse patient caseload. You will play a key role in supporting mentally disordered offenders, contributing to safeguarding, risk management, and discharge planning, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team committed to excellence in service delivery.

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Locum Job: Enjoy the flexibility and variety that locum work provides, allowing you to manage your schedule and gain experience across different settings.
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Professional Development: Access ongoing training, workshops, and opportunities to advance your career.
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Research Opportunities: Contribute to innovative projects and cutting-edge research within forensic services.
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Work-Life Balance: Benefit from structured hours, supportive team dynamics, and a role that values your personal well-being.
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Manage a diverse caseload of patients using core social work principles.
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Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care for mentally disordered offenders.
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Implement effective safeguarding procedures and individualised risk management strategies.
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Plan and facilitate discharge processes to optimise patient outcomes.
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Contribute to service development and continuous improvement initiatives within the forensic team.
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PMVA training or equivalent certification is desirable.
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Experience at a senior level in adult mental health, preferably within forensic inpatient settings.
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Strong communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills in a complex clinical environment.
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<h3>Why Beckenham?</h3>

Beckenham offers a vibrant community with excellent transport links to central London. With its mix of cultural attractions, green spaces, and a welcoming atmosphere, it provides the perfect balance between career progression and quality of life.

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Adult Social worker - Inpatient Forensic Services Team

JOB-20240819-db742659Senior Social Worker - Assessment Team in Enfield earning £39.04 per hour We are thrilled to present a remarkable opportunity for a Senior Social Worker to join the dynamic Assessment Team in Enfield for a period of three months. This locum role involves flexible working hours from Monday to Friday, with core hours of 9am to 5pm. Options include 8am to 6pm for four days a week, 8am to 4pm, or 9am to 6pm. Part-time options are also available. You will have the chance to work from Thomas Hardy House in London N22 8EE where you will be part of an innovative service that focuses on achieving outstanding outcomes for children and young people. Perks and benefits:This locum job offers the flexibility to work part-time, giving you the chance to balance personal commitments while still pursuing a fulfilling career. As a locum worker, you will enjoy the opportunity to explore different work environments and expand your professional network. Additionally, locum roles often provide higher hourly rates compared to permanent positions, allowing for greater earning potential. You will also benefit from career flexibility to fit around your lifestyle and obligations. What you will do:<ul>
<li>Support and manage a team of four social workers, which may include ASYE and Apprentices</li><li>Develop and implement meaningful and impactful social work practice</li><li>Contribute to the continual improvement of Enfield's service from OFSTED's ‘good’ rating to outstanding</li><li>Mentor and support less experienced social workers, ASYE’s, and students</li><li>Collaborate with the team manager and engage with the wider Assessment and Intervention Service</li><li>Effectively assess and manage high-risk and complex cases</li><li>Analyze situations and produce comprehensive reports within tight deadlines</li></ul>
 Why Enfield? Enfield is a vibrant borough that offers the perfect blend of community spirit and city living. With its lush parks, bustling markets, and diverse cultural scene, Enfield provides an enriching environment both professionally and personally. Work in a supportive team dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people while enjoying the leisurely lifestyle that Enfield has to offer. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Senior Social Worker - Assessment Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker - Children In Need Team 
 Location: London, UK (222 Upper Street, N1 1XR) 
 Salary: £33.73 per hour 
 Contract Type: Locum, Ongoing, Full-Time

We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join the Children In Need Team at the London Borough of Islington. This ongoing locum role offers flexibility, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families. Core hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, but flexible arrangements such as 8am-6pm for four days, 8am-4pm, 9am-6pm, or part-time work are also available.

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Locum Job: Enjoy flexibility and variety, gaining diverse experiences and expanding your professional portfolio.
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Conduct Looked After Children reviews to ensure the best outcomes for children.
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Follow Child Protection procedures rigorously to maintain safety and stability.
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Manage cases in care proceedings with professionalism and empathy.
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Undertake thorough risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential concerns.
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Collaborate to create multi-agency plans for children returning to their families.
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Devise and implement child protection plans tailored to each child's needs.
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Engage in direct work, including life story sessions, to support emotional development and permanency.
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Attend family group conferences and maintain accurate case records.
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Prepare panel reports, conduct kinship assessments, and provide court evidence.
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Manage caseloads efficiently, adhere to statutory timescales, and prepare pathway plans to support future outcomes.
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<h3>Why London?</h3>

London offers a vibrant

Social Worker - Children In Need team

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Family Safeguarding Team to work full time based in Hertfordshire. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £42,503 per annum. Main duties:<ul>
<li>To safeguard and promote the welfare of disabled children/young people and support their families and carers by working with cases appropriate to your assessed experience, skills and knowledge.</li><li>To assess the needs and circumstances.</li><li>To plan, carry out, review and evaluate social work practice with them and other professionals.</li><li>To support them, to represent their needs, views and circumstances.</li><li>To manage risk to children, young people, families, carers, self and others.</li><li>To manage and be accountable with supervision and support for your own social work practice.</li><li>To assist and provide advice to families and carers.</li><li>To maintain accurate and up to date knowledge of skills and resources by training and supervision.</li><li>To advise management of the needs and resources within the community.</li><li>To keep accurate and up to date records.</li><li>To demonstrate professional competence in social work practice by using current knowledge and working within agreed standards of best social work practice and carrying out duties in accordance with the HCPC codes of practice.</li><li>Contribute to/undertake the assessment and supervision of students, support new staff by coaching and taking part in joint work with less experienced staff to support them in their casework.</li><li>To work closely with other agencies within the community, both statutory and voluntary, in support of preventative strategies.</li><li>To maintain County Policies on Equal Opportunities and Anti-Racism.</li><li>To carry out other duties as defined by the Director of Children’s Services.</li></ul>
Requirements of this Social Worker job:<ul>
<li>A social Work Qualification or equivalent.</li><li>Understanding of relevant legislation.</li><li>Continual professional development.</li><li>Social Work England registered.</li></ul>
Contact: This Social Worker job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Assessment Team to work full time based in Apsley, Hertfordshire. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £42,503 per annum. Main duties:<ul>
<li>To safeguard and promote the welfare of disabled children/young people and support their families and carers by working with cases appropriate to your assessed experience, skills and knowledge.</li><li>To assess the needs and circumstances.</li><li>To plan, carry out, review and evaluate social work practice with them and other professionals.</li><li>To support them, to represent their needs, views and circumstances.</li><li>To manage risk to children, young people, families, carers, self and others.</li><li>To manage and be accountable with supervision and support for your own social work practice.</li><li>To assist and provide advice to families and carers.</li><li>To maintain accurate and up to date knowledge of skills and resources by training and supervision.</li><li>To advise management of the needs and resources within the community.</li><li>To keep accurate and up to date records.</li><li>To demonstrate professional competence in social work practice by using current knowledge and working within agreed standards of best social work practice and carrying out duties in accordance with the HCPC codes of practice.</li><li>Contribute to /undertake the assessment and supervision of students, support new staff by coaching and taking part in joint work with less experienced staff to support them in their casework.</li><li>To work closely with other agencies within the community, both statutory and voluntary, in support of preventative strategies.</li><li>To maintain County Policies on Equal Opportunities and Anti Racism.</li><li>To carry out other duties as defined by the Director of Children’s Services.</li></ul>
Requirements of this Social Worker job:<ul>
<li>A Social Work Degree or equivalent.</li><li>Understanding of relevant legislation.</li><li>Social Work England registered.</li><li>Good written and Verbal communication skills.</li><li>Good timekeeping skills.</li></ul>
Contact: This Social Worker job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

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