Social Worker - Children In Care Team in Romford, Essex

Job Title:
Social Worker - Children In Care Team

Specialism:
Children's Social Care

Location:
Romford, UK

Salary:
£37.52 Hourly

Type:
Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time

Social Worker - Children In Care Team within Children's Social Care in Romford UK, earning £37.52 hourly. This exciting and ongoing opportunity is perfect for those eager to make a real difference in the lives of children within a supportive and dynamic team setting. With options for full-time and part-time positions, this role offers the flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

Perks and benefits:

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the best of both worlds with the flexibility of working 2-3 days in the office. This hybrid model ensures that you can maintain a healthy work-life balance while still being part of a vibrant team environment.
• Flexible Hours: Tailor your work hours with full-time or part-time options available, giving you the freedom to manage your commitments outside of work.
• Diverse Experience: Locum positions offer the chance to gain diverse experience in various settings, boosting your skills and career prospects.
• Competitive Pay: Experience competitive pay rates, allowing you to earn generously while contributing meaningfully to children's welfare.
• Networking Opportunities: Networking opportunities abound as you work alongside other dedicated professionals, expanding your professional contacts and support system.

What you will do:

• Manage a caseload of looked after children and young people, ensuring all statutory requirements, local procedures, and best practice guidance are met.
• Conduct statutory visits, assessments, and reviews to safeguard children and meet their welfare needs.
• Develop, implement, and review care plans aimed at promoting stability, permanence, education, health, and emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate closely with foster carers, residential providers, special guardians, schools, health professionals, and other agencies to coordinate support and achieve positive outcomes.

Person Specification:

Qualifications

• Possess a Degree in Social Work or a recognised equivalent qualification.
• Maintain current registration with Social Work England.
• Show evidence of continuing professional development relevant to children's social care.

Key Skills

• Demonstrate expertise in care planning and permanence planning.
• Exhibit skills in safeguarding and risk assessment.
• Proficient in statutory case management and report writing.

Registration and Compliance

• Ensure you remain registered with Social Work England.

Romford is a fantastic place to work and live, offering a vibrant community with easy access to London. You'll find plenty of cultural, dining, and recreational opportunities on your doorstep. Join us in making a tangible impact on children's lives while enjoying all that Romford has to offer.

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