Social Worker - Children In Care Team in Pontefract, West Yorkshire

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Locum Social Worker – Children in Care Team

Location: Pontefract, UK
Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour
Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Ongoing

Join our Children in Care Team in Pontefract as a Locum Social Worker and make a real difference in the lives of children. This ongoing role offers flexibility with full-time or part-time hours, a competitive hourly rate, and the chance to work in a supportive, dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts children’s futures.

Perks & Benefits:

• Flexible Hours: Choose full-time or part-time to suit your lifestyle.

• Competitive Pay: £35.00 per hour for your professional expertise.

• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and skill development opportunities.

• Collaborative Environment: Work within a supportive team and engage with multi-agency professionals.

• Location Advantage: Pontefract offers rich history, scenic surroundings, and a strong community spirit.

Purpose of the Role:

Provide statutory social work services to children in care, ensuring their safety, well-being, and long-term outcomes. Conduct assessments, develop and review care plans, and collaborate with children, foster carers, families, and partner agencies to promote stability, permanency, and positive development.

Key Responsibilities:

Case Management & Safeguarding

• Manage a caseload of children in care, ensuring statutory duties under the Children Act 1989/2004 are met.

• Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews, prioritising children’s needs, wishes, and rights.

• Monitor child placements to ensure safe, stable, and suitable care.

Care Planning & Permanency

• Develop and implement Child in Care Plans with timely reviews.

• Support permanency planning, including adoption and long-term fostering.

• Ensure children’s education, health, and development needs are fully addressed.

Court & Statutory Work

• Prepare reports for Child Protection Conferences and court proceedings.

• Present evidence professionally in court.

• Complete all statutory documentation accurately and promptly.

Multi-Agency Collaboration

• Work with health, education, police, and voluntary agencies.

• Participate in multi-agency meetings and strategy discussions.

• Provide guidance and challenge to partners when needed.

Professional Practice & Development

• Maintain professional registration and conduct.

• Stay updated with legislation and best practices.

• Engage in supervision and reflective practice.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.

Essential Experience:

• Experience in statutory children’s social work, ideally with children in care.

• Knowledge of legislation regarding looked-after children and child protection.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.

• Ability to manage complex caseloads effectively.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Signs of Safety or similar frameworks.

• Experience with adoption or fostering processes.

• Car driver with access to a vehicle for work purposes.

Why Pontefract:

Pontefract is a welcoming town with rich history, picturesque surroundings, and a strong sense of community. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle while advancing your career in a rewarding role that makes a difference.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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