Qualified Social Worker- Children's- Experienced (SWL3)

Who You Are

• A qualified Social Worker with a minimum Upper Second degree or equivalent and registration with Social Work England.
• You have a thorough understanding of the Children Act, Leaving Care Act, and other relevant legislation affecting child welfare and protection.
• Your proficiency in spoken and written English, paired with advanced computer literacy, enables effective case management and report production under strict deadlines.
• Possessing excellent communication skills, you excel in direct work with children and engage collaboratively with parents and carers to prioritize children's needs.
• You have considerable experience working in culturally diverse settings, aligning with principles of diversity and equality.
• You demonstrate strong analytical skills and a comprehensive knowledge of legislative, policy, and practice issues, crucial for effective risk assessment and case plan implementation.
• Your commitment to delivering enhanced outcomes for children is evident through your willingness to engage in ongoing professional development.
• Prior completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) is advantageous.
• You embody key behaviours such as accountability, openness, and collaboration, fostering a constructive work ethos within the team.

What the Job Involves

• Conducting detailed assessments and offering social work services to families in line with statutory duties and council policies.
• Ensuring the progression of cases to safeguard vulnerable children, while employing current research to guide interventions.
• Partaking in duty teams or rota systems to handle contacts, referrals, Section 47 enquiries, and child and family assessments.
• Assuming responsibility for Care Proceedings, representing the Local Authority in court, drawing on extensive court experience.
• Exemplifying accountability in service delivery, embracing challenges, and adhering to service commitments.
• Maintaining comprehensive knowledge of resources in the specialist area to optimize benefits within the department’s budget constraints.
• Engaging with internal and external partners, including team managers, service managers, frontline social workers, and other agencies.
• Adhering to the Council's Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety policies and fulfilling all associated responsibilities.
• Assiduously guarding the confidentiality and security of information in compliance with the Council’s policies.
• Upholding a commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, contributing to robust recruitment and safeguarding practices.
• Participating in mandatory training and development activities for personal growth and enhanced service delivery.