Consultant Social Worker - Safeguarding And Quality Assurance Team in Barking & Dagenham, Essex

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Job Title: Consultant Social Worker – Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Team Specialism: Adults Care and Support Job Location: Barking & Dagenham, UK Salary: £to be confirmed Hourly Duration: 3 months

Are you ready to embark on a thrilling professional journey in Barking & Dagenham? We have an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Social Worker to join our Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Team for Adults Care and Support. This locum position, lasting three months, offers the chance to use your expertise in social work to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a flexible work environment. As a Consultant Social Worker, you'll deliver excellent services to Care Act eligible Adults with the purpose of safeguarding and promoting their welfare. Your efforts will empower residents to maintain their independence and well-being, and you will play a vital role in ensuring their inclusion within the community.

Perks and benefits:

• Locum job flexibility: Enjoy the benefits of a flexible role, that fits around your life while giving you the satisfaction of making a real difference in adults’ care.
• Professional Development: Access to a plethora of training opportunities and continuous professional development to enhance your career.
• Diverse Work Environment: Work alongside a friendly and supportive team, gaining exposure to various cases and learning from seasoned professionals.
• Networking Opportunities: Build connections with social work professionals and key stakeholders across multiple sectors, broadening your professional horizons.
• Induction and Mentorship: A comprehensive induction and mentorship program to ensure you're fully supported in your role.

What you will do:

• Act as a senior specialist member of the social work team, providing top-tier services to Care Act eligible Adults.
• Discharge responsibilities under the Care Act 2014, promoting independence, well-being, and community inclusion for residents.
• Provide supervision, support, and mentorship to newly qualified social workers and students as a lead practice educator.
• Undertake complex social work duties, including assessments, complex case work, and safeguarding procedures in collaboration with statutory agencies.
• Engage in the full scope of quality assurance processes to improve service delivery and practices.
• Guide and support staff to deliver a strengths-based approach, empowering and engaging residents within their social networks.
• Chair and contribute to multi-agency meetings, ensuring effective delivery of support plans and adherence to national standards.

Barking & Dagenham is an inviting and vibrant community, perfect for social workers eager to make significant changes. With a rich mix of cultures and backgrounds, it's a great place to work and live, offering a wealth of experiences and opportunities just waiting to be explored. Join us in shaping the future of social care in this dynamic borough.

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