Social Worker Children & Families
Posted 16/08/2024 by SW Locums
SW Locums require a Qualified Social Worker to work in the Fostering Connected Carers team in Medway. With your previous experience in a similar setting you will be expected to contribute to the delivery of a highly effective Children’s Social Care Service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision. (This will be dependent upon the complexities of the cases and the post qualification experience of the social worker).
All Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience in a similar setting, Hold a current Enhanced DBS Issued within the past 12 months, hold Social Work England registration and right to work in the UK.
This is a Hybrid role working- 2/3 days a week in the office + 5 days a week when on duty (if applicable)
Full UK driving license plus access to a vehicle, business cover (inc. carrying passengers) is essential
Duties:
- To work with connected carers and children placed in a connected carers arrangement, providing support as appropriate.
- To assess, plan, use evidence based analytical practice to implement and evaluate safeguarding measures to ensure all children are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.
- To complete a range of assessment related to connected carers, including Special Guardianship, Viability and Connected Carers assessments.
- To complete all assessments within regulated deadlines and timescales, and submit these reports to Court or Fostering Panel as required.
- To attend Court, Fostering Panel and other forums as appropriate to present assessments.
- To maintain accurate written and computerised records, in accordance with agreed procedures and in order to meet legislative responsibilities.
- To co-ordinate, and take a lead role in multi-professional/ agency groups and other professional meetings.
- To adhere to and uphold the codes of conduct set out by Medway Council and HCPC.
- To be competent in all areas of the Skills and Competency framework for Social Workers.
- To work with connected carers and children placed in a connected carers arrangement, providing support as appropriate.
- To assess, plan, use evidence based analytical practice to implement and evaluate safeguarding measures to ensure all children are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.
- To complete a range of assessment related to connected carers, including Special Guardianship, Viability and Connected Carers assessments.
- To complete all assessments within regulated deadlines and timescales, and submit these reports to Court or Fostering Panel as required.
- To attend Court, Fostering Panel and other forums as appropriate to present assessments.
- To maintain accurate written and computerised records, in accordance with agreed procedures and in order to meet legislative responsibilities.
- To co-ordinate, and take a lead role in multi-professional/ agency groups and other professional meetings.
- To adhere to and uphold the codes of conduct set out by Medway Council and HCPC.
- To be competent in all areas of the Skills and Competency framework for Social Workers.
At SW Locums you will benefit from:
- Constant support with your own, vastly experienced and knowledgeable consultant.
- Great rates of pay.
- No “waffle” straight talking, conscientious and informed advice.
- Fastest and accurate payments available.
- Contact available 24/7.
- Access to exclusive vacancies nationwide.
- Free DBS and compliance service.
- Access to on-going training opportunities.
- Industry leading “Refer a Friend” recommendation scheme offering up to £300 for successfully placed referrals.
- Excellent “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *
* Terms and conditions apply to our bonus scheme.
- Type:
- Contract, Temporary
- Start Date:
- ASAP
- Contract Length:
- N/A
- Contact Name:
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- Telephone:
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- Job Reference:
- SW0824
- Job ID:
- 222176654
- Applications:
- Less than 10
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