Senior Social Worker - Family Help Team in Slough, Berkshire

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Senior Social Worker – Family Help Team
Specialism: Children's Social Care / Family Help
Location: Slough, UK
Salary: £42.00 per hour
Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Locum, Hybrid Working

This is an unmissable chance to join our newly integrated Family Help Service in Slough, where you'll be at the forefront of providing a seamless support system for children and families. As part of the national Families First reforms, our service is revolutionising family support by focusing on resilient relationship building and timely interventions.

We are on the hunt for social work professionals eager to make a significant impact through hands-on work, committed to driving better outcomes for children and families.

Perks and Benefits

• Locum Job: Enjoy the freedom and flexibility that come with locum work, allowing you to balance professional commitments with personal aspirations.

• Competitive Hourly Rate: £42 per hour ensures you're well-compensated for your expertise and dedication.

• Continuous Professional Development: Gain access to an extensive learning and development programme, ensuring you're always at the cutting edge of social work.

• Hybrid Working Model: Benefit from the flexibility of working both remotely and on-site, supported by advanced technology to keep you connected and efficient.

• Vibrant Workplace Culture: Be part of a diverse team that values collaboration, innovation, and mutual support.

What you will do

• Engage directly with children and families throughout the assessment to long-term intervention phases, tailoring your approach to their unique needs.

• Conduct thorough Family Help assessments, craft strengths-based plans, coordinate multi-agency support, and guide families toward sustainable change.

• Manage a diverse caseload involving children in need, child protection, and other proceedings while working to maintain family resilience and safety.

• Employ relationship-based practice to genuinely understand children's experiences, advocate for their voices, and implement impactful interventions.

• Contribute to our continuous improvement culture, sharing insights and strategies to refine and evolve the Family Help Service.

Requirements

• Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.

• Proven experience in children's social care, with expertise in risk analysis and effective planning for families.

• Demonstrated commitment to strengths-led practice with excellent relational skills.

• Resilient and capable of navigating complex situations with solid professional judgement.

About You

Within our team, you will experience a supportive environment with manageable workloads, regular supervision, and numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Working out of Slough provides you with a vibrant and diverse community just on the outskirts of London. With continuous regeneration projects and fantastic transport links, including quick rail access to Central London, Slough is both an exciting and strategic location to grow your career while maintaining an affordable lifestyle.

If you are ready to take your career to new heights and be part of a service transforming children's lives, we would love to hear from you!

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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Apply now to join the Senior Social Worker – Family Help Team in Slough and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.

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