Social Worker Reviewing Officer - Access & Duty Team in Hackney, London

Job Title: Social Worker Reviewing Officer - Access & Duty Team
Specialism: Children's Social Care
Location: Hackney, UK
Salary: £31.00 per hour
Type: Part Time / Full Time (Ongoing)

Social Worker Reviewing Officer - Access & Duty Team within Children's Social Care in Hackney, earning £31.00 hourly with ongoing opportunities. Part-time and full-time positions available!

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team in Hackney as a Social Worker Reviewing Officer. You will have a significant role in providing child-focused social work and review services, ensuring that children's voices are heard and their needs are met. As part of your role in the Access & Duty Team, you will also respond to new concerns and assess risks to ensure prompt safeguarding actions. This position calls for strong decision-making skills, effective collaboration with multi-agency partners, and a thorough grasp of statutory processes in children's social care.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time Options: Enjoy the flexibility to choose work hours that suit your lifestyle, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Hourly Pay: Benefit from an attractive hourly rate that rewards every hour you dedicate to making a difference.
• Professional Development: Access training and support opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your social work career.
• Diverse Work Environment: Work alongside a variety of professionals and communities, broadening your experience and expertise.
• Supportive Team Culture: Be part of a collaborative team that values continuous improvement, shared learning, and collective success.

What you will do

• Conduct thorough and timely reviews of children's circumstances, plans, and outcomes, ensuring interventions remain effective and child-centred.
• Engage directly with children, young people, and families to understand their needs and preferences, reflecting these in assessments and reviews.
• Analyse and respond to changes in family circumstances, assessing risk and prioritising children's welfare.
• Participate in the Access & Duty response to new concerns, performing initial risk assessments and safeguarding interventions when necessary.
• Work collaboratively with professionals across education, health, police, and other partner agencies to coordinate support.
• Manage a caseload while maintaining accurate and robust records to support statutory responsibilities.
• Develop and contribute to child protection plans, core groups, and multi-agency meetings.
• Advocate for children's rights and promote a strengths-based approach in all areas of practice.

Why Hackney

Hackney offers a vibrant lifestyle with excellent transport links, bustling markets, independent cafés, green spaces, and a thriving cultural scene. Known for its diversity and strong community spirit, Hackney provides an inspiring environment for social work professionals. It is a fantastic place to live and work, combining professional opportunity with a rich and dynamic community atmosphere.

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Apply now to join the Social Worker Reviewing Officer - Access & Duty Team in Hackney and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.