Social Worker - Safeguarding Team in Blackpool, Lancashire

JOB-20240819-db742659

Locum Social Worker - Safeguarding Team, Family Safeguarding
Location: Blackpool, UK
Hourly Rate: £41.91
Position Type: Full-time or Part-time (Flexible Hours)
Ongoing Opportunity

Overview:
Join our team as a Locum Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team in Blackpool. This ongoing role offers flexibility, a competitive hourly rate, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. You will be part of a well-established team, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for vulnerable children.

Perks and Benefits:

• Flexibility: Full-time or part-time options to suit your lifestyle, whether you prefer a busy schedule or a better work-life balance.

• Diverse Experience: Locum work provides opportunities to handle a variety of cases, broadening your professional skills and expertise.

• Competitive Pay: Earn an attractive hourly rate of £41.91 while making a tangible impact on families and children.

• Professional Development: Continuous mentorship and coaching to enhance your skills, especially in guiding less experienced team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-birth assessments, child protection work, and manage complex child-in-need cases.

• Handle Public Law Outline (PLO)/Pre-Proceedings cases, demonstrating high standards in preparing court statements and assessments.

• Provide mentorship and coaching to colleagues, supporting the team manager in fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

• Uphold professionalism at all times, ensuring that the lived experiences of children are central to service delivery, and contribute to ongoing improvements in quality and performance.

Requirements:

• Minimum of five years of professional references.

• Verified gaps in employment history.

• Current Child & Adult Workforce DBS.

Why Blackpool?
Blackpool offers an attractive combination of affordable housing, a welcoming community, and ample opportunities for both personal and professional growth. Known for its iconic tower and beaches, this coastal town provides a fun, diverse, and enriching environment to live and work in.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:
Sanctuary Personnel is an award-winning recruitment agency renowned for its high-quality service. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot and numerous industry accolades, we are committed to providing competitive rates and finding roles that align with your skills and experience.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for Sanctuary Personnel, a 1000 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by Sanctuary Personnel, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.