Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding Team in Hounslow, Middlesex

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Senior Social Worker – Safeguarding Team
Location: Hounslow, UK
Rate: £39.04 per hour
Salary Type: Hourly
Duration: 3 months

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey as a Senior Social Worker in the dynamic Safeguarding Team within the London Borough of Hounslow? This is a perfect opportunity for someone eager to make a meaningful impact in the community. Offering flexibility with core hours of 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, you will also have the option of starting and finishing at times that suit you, such as 8am-6pm over four days a week. For those seeking a part-time arrangement, this can be considered to accommodate your lifestyle needs.

Perks and benefits:

• Locum Job: Experience the flexibility and variety that comes with locum work. You will have the opportunity to work across different environments and broaden your experiences, keeping each day fresh and exciting.
• Competitive Pay: Enjoy a fantastic hourly rate that recognises and rewards your hard work and expertise in the field.
• Professional Growth: Working in a diverse area like Hounslow will equip you with invaluable skills and experience in handling a wide array of social work cases.
• Work-life Balance: With flexible working hours, you can design a schedule that fits around your personal commitments, whether that is for family, hobbies, or simply taking some well-deserved time for yourself.

What you will do:

• Carry out Core Assessments, pre-birth assessments, and risk assessments to evaluate the needs and protection of children.
• Perform Section 47 Child Protection Investigations and take the lead in ensuring the safety of vulnerable children.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and statements for court proceedings, including Section 7 and 37 reports.
• Represent the authority in court to provide evidence and advocate for the protection and welfare of children.
• Conduct home visits to monitor the well-being and safety of children in their home environments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation.
• Convene and chair core group meetings to ensure collaborative planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with other professionals and agencies to provide a holistic approach to safeguarding.
• Carry out joint investigations and interviews with the police when necessary.
• Initiate and manage care proceedings from start to finish, ensuring that appropriate care plans are implemented.
• Supervise contact and write detailed reports for case conferences.
• Attend case conferences and strategy meetings to provide your expert input.
• Develop and implement Child in Need plans to support families and children effectively.

Hounslow offers a diverse and vibrant environment, perfectly blending the buzz of city life with the peace of more tranquil green spaces. The area is well-connected, making it easy to explore everything London has to offer while enjoying the neighbourhood’s rich cultural tapestry, making it a fantastic place to live and work. Join us in making a difference in this rewarding role!

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