Open role
Senior Social Worker - Children's high demand team
- Aggregated by CV-Library
- Suffolk
- Temporary
- Full Time
- £83,200 - £83,200 Per Hour
Job Description
Our client Suffolk County Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Children's high demand team.
Role purpose
To undertake high-quality statutory social work with children, young people and families where there are concerns about welfare, safeguarding or risk. The postholder will work within a high-demand, fast-paced service, making timely and evidence-based decisions to ensure children are safe and their needs are appropriately assessed and met.
Key responsibilities
Undertake assessments of children and families in accordance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and local procedures.
Respond to referrals and undertake Section 17 assessments and Section 47 enquiries where required.
Identify and analyse risk, need and protective factors and make proportionate decisions regarding intervention.
Develop and implement effective child-focused plans with children, families and partner agencies.
Manage a complex caseload and prioritise work effectively within a high-demand environment.
Prepare high-quality assessments, reports and records within statutory timescales.
Attend and contribute to strategy meetings, child protection conferences, reviews and other multi-agency meetings.
Work closely with police, health, education, early help, legal services and other professionals.
Ensure the child's voice, wishes and feelings remain central to assessment and decision-making.
Undertake statutory visits and maintain accurate, timely case recording.
Initiate and contribute to pre-proceedings and court processes where necessary.
Support less experienced social workers and students through advice, consultation and professional guidance.
Contribute to team development, reflective practice, audits and continuous improvement.
Participate in duty/on-call arrangements where required.Benefits of working with Remedy
A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed.
Double payrolls each week.
*Terms & Conditions apply
You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.
Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit
Role purpose
To undertake high-quality statutory social work with children, young people and families where there are concerns about welfare, safeguarding or risk. The postholder will work within a high-demand, fast-paced service, making timely and evidence-based decisions to ensure children are safe and their needs are appropriately assessed and met.
Key responsibilities
Undertake assessments of children and families in accordance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and local procedures.
Respond to referrals and undertake Section 17 assessments and Section 47 enquiries where required.
Identify and analyse risk, need and protective factors and make proportionate decisions regarding intervention.
Develop and implement effective child-focused plans with children, families and partner agencies.
Manage a complex caseload and prioritise work effectively within a high-demand environment.
Prepare high-quality assessments, reports and records within statutory timescales.
Attend and contribute to strategy meetings, child protection conferences, reviews and other multi-agency meetings.
Work closely with police, health, education, early help, legal services and other professionals.
Ensure the child's voice, wishes and feelings remain central to assessment and decision-making.
Undertake statutory visits and maintain accurate, timely case recording.
Initiate and contribute to pre-proceedings and court processes where necessary.
Support less experienced social workers and students through advice, consultation and professional guidance.
Contribute to team development, reflective practice, audits and continuous improvement.
Participate in duty/on-call arrangements where required.Benefits of working with Remedy
A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed.
Double payrolls each week.
*Terms & Conditions apply
You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.
Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit