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JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Child Protection Chair Specialism: Social Care Location: Ealing, UK... JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Child Protection Chair Specialism: Social Care Location: Ealing, UK Salary: £45.20 per hour Type: Locum (3 months, Full-time, 35 hours per week)Are you ready to embrace an exhilarating opportunity as a Child Protection Chair in Ealing? We invite you to join our dynamic team for a 3-month locum position, offering competitive pay at £45.20 per hour for a 35-hour work week. Make a meaningful difference in the world of social care while enjoying the benefits of locum work and the vibrant community of Ealing.Perks and benefits: Locum flexibility: Choose assignments that suit your schedule and lifestyle, giving you the freedom to balance work and leisure effortlessly.Variety: Enjoy the variety that this role brings, keeping your career dynamic and fulfilling.Professional experience: Gain valuable experience across different settings and expand your professional network.Meaningful impact: Contribute to protecting children's welfare in a crucial way and make a positive difference in their lives. What you will do: Act as a lead advisor on child protection issues within the Council and provide guidance to external agencies on best practices.Chair Child Protection Conferences and complex strategy meetings, including those involving allegations against professionals, to ensure that decision-making promotes the welfare and safety of children within a multi-agency framework.Perform quality assurance reviews of child protection and child care practices, setting high standards to improve practice outcomes.Ensure all safeguarding decisions comply with relevant legislation and guidance such as the Children Act 1989 and 2004, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and the London Child Protection Procedures.Facilitate the participation of parents and children by providing them with essential information and support to promote effective collaboration.Foster effective multi-agency cooperation to safeguard children and enhance their welfare, ensuring positive outcomes.Chair complex meetings concerning allegations against professionals, safeguarding children and maintaining proper records in accordance with Department for Education returns and performance requirements.Implement the Council's equal opportunity policies throughout all service delivery and employment practices.Participate in raising standards and improving service delivery as part of the Child Protection and Safeguarding Team Service Plan.Conduct audits of children subject to Child Protection plans as needed.Ensure electronic records are current and produced within required timescales.Contribute to and deliver training and professional practice forums on Child Protection and Safeguarding as necessary.Step in for the Safeguarding, Review and Quality Assurance Manager when required.Address complaints in line with departmental policies. Working in Ealing means being part of a vibrant, diverse community situated just a short journey from the heart of London. Enjoy a rich cultural scene, lush parks, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Make Ealing your professional and personal playground and thrive in an inviting and supportive environment.Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker – Project and Review TeamSpecialism: Social W... JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker – Project and Review TeamSpecialism: Social Worker – AdultsLocation: Ealing, UKSalary: £34.00 per hourType: Ongoing, Full TimeSocial Worker within the Project and Review Team in Ealing, earning £34.00 per hour. This ongoing full-time locum opportunity offers the chance to join a dedicated Adult Social Care team, supporting residents through reviews, assessments, and tailored support planning. Working within a dynamic service, you will play a key role in promoting independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for adults across the borough.Perks and benefits• Full Time: Enjoy the stability and consistency of a full-time position focused on delivering meaningful outcomes for adults in the community.• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £34.00 per hour, providing flexibility and excellent financial reward.• Remote Working: Initially work from home, offering convenience and flexibility in your daily routine.• Hybrid Working: Transition to a hybrid model with office attendance only once per week, supporting an excellent work-life balance.• Technology Provided: All necessary equipment is supplied to ensure you can work effectively and efficiently.• Professional Development: Access opportunities for ongoing learning and career progression within Adult Social Care.• Manageable Caseloads: Work with a focused caseload, enabling quality interventions and person-centred practice.What you will do• Social Care Reviews: Conduct comprehensive social care reviews, ensuring services remain appropriate and effective.• Assessment: Complete Care Act assessments and contribute to the development of support plans that meet individual needs.• Case Management: Manage a caseload of approximately 15 to 18 adults, ensuring timely interventions and high-quality outcomes.• Partnership Working: Collaborate closely with the Floating Support Team to provide coordinated and effective support.• Care Planning: Promote independence and wellbeing through person-centred care planning and review processes.• Legislative Compliance: Work in accordance with the Care Act 2014, safeguarding procedures, and Adult Social Care legislation.• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant case records, assessments, and reports.• Outcome-Focused Practice: Support individuals to achieve positive outcomes while maximising independence and choice.Qualifications / Requirements• Social Work Qualification: Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification.• Registration: Current Social Work England registration.• Experience: Minimum of two years' post-qualification experience within Adult Social Care.• Adult Social Care Knowledge: Strong understanding of reviews, Care Act assessments, and adult social care processes.• Assessment Skills: Experience undertaking strengths-based assessments and person-centred support planning.• Communication Skills: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal abilities.• Organisational Skills: Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain high standards of practice.Why EalingEaling is one of London's most vibrant and diverse boroughs, offering an excellent blend of urban convenience and green open spaces. With beautiful parks, thriving cafés, excellent transport links, and a strong sense of community, Ealing provides an outstanding environment for both professional development and personal wellbeing. Its rich cultural diversity and welcoming atmosphere make it a fantastic place to live and work.Working with Sanctuary PersonnelSanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.Apply nowTake the next step in your social work career and join the Project and Review Team in Ealing with Sanctuary Personnel.     career journey!

JOB-20240819-db742659Senior Social Worker within Families First - Initial Support Team in Ealing UK... JOB-20240819-db742659Senior Social Worker within Families First - Initial Support Team in Ealing UK earning £39.04 hourly. This ongoing full-time locum position offers a unique chance to advance your career while contributing to vital social work. As a Senior Social Worker, you will make a profound impact within the Families First - Initial Support Team in Ealing.Perks and benefits:Locum work brings the flexibility to choose assignments that suit your lifestyle, allowing you to balance work and personal commitments effortlessly. In this role, you can further enhance your CV through exposure to complex cases, honing your skills in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive hourly rates, adding financial rewards to professional fulfilment. Engage with a diverse community, enriching your cultural understanding and ability to foster inclusive practices.What you will do:- Undertake work with the most challenging cases, delivering exemplary service in line with statutory requirements and departmental priorities.- Demonstrate effective practice in complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk.- Manage a more complex caseload, providing opinion, support, and professional wisdom to the organisation and others.- Model best practice, set expectations for others, and take responsibility for coaching and mentoring student social workers.- Participate in the management of the duty system as required.Key accountabilities:- Support the team to ensure interventions are based on a clear care and support plan, advising on legislative and policy frameworks.- Oversee holistic assessments, maximising the strengths and support available from wider networks.- Lead the progression of complex social work cases, representing Ealing professionally in various settings.- Promote social work through participation in service-related projects and development of new initiatives.- Provide professional advice and guidance, challenging oppressive or discriminatory systems.- Demonstrate financial acumen with the ability to authorise and monitor expenditure for best value delivery.Requirements of the Senior Social Worker:- Degree or equivalent in social work.- Current Social Work England registration.- Significant frontline experience in UK Social Services as a qualified Social Worker.Ealing is an incredible place to live and work, offering an exciting blend of city and suburban living with beautiful parks, vibrant cultural spots, and excellent transport links. This position not only provides an opportunity to make a positive difference but also invites you to enjoy a rich lifestyle in a dynamic community.Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Social Work Lead Practitioner Specialism: Child Protection Team Job... JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Social Work Lead Practitioner Specialism: Child Protection Team Job Location: Ealing Salary: £45.20 Hourly Type: Locum, Full Time, OngoingExciting opportunity for a Social Work Lead Practitioner within the Child Protection Team in Ealing, UK, with an attractive hourly salary of £45.20. This is an ongoing full-time position, perfect for an experienced professional eager to make a difference in the lives of children and families. Step into this pivotal role and use your expertise to lead and inspire, driving positive change in Ealing's child protection services. Perks and benefits:- Enjoy the flexibility and variety that comes with locum work, along with an appealing hourly salary of £45.20. - You will also gain valuable experience across various settings and teams, enriching your professional development. - Benefit from the opportunity to work without the pressures of a permanent commitment while quickly earning an impressive income. - Additionally, locum roles often allow for a better work-life balance, letting you choose when you work and how often. What you will do:- Manage a caseload of highly complex child protection and safeguarding cases. - Take the lead on child protection investigations, assessments, and care planning under relevant legislation to ensure the safety and well-being of children. - Provide professional supervision, mentoring, and practice guidance to social workers and newly qualified staff, nurturing their growth and development. - Chair or contribute to strategy discussions, core group meetings, and multi-agency safeguarding meetings, fostering collaborative approaches. - Ensure assessments, reports, and case recordings are accurate, evidence-based, and completed within statutory timescales to maintain high standards. - Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education, police, and the judiciary to safeguard children and ensure cohesive and comprehensive support. - Support quality assurance, audits, and service improvement initiatives, playing a key role in enhancing service delivery. - Promote child-centred practice, ensuring the voice and wishes of children are reflected in assessments and planning. - Manage risk effectively and make informed decisions to protect children from significant harm, using your knowledge and experience to safeguard their futures. - Maintain compliance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and professional standards, ensuring best practice in all endeavours. Living and working in Ealing offers a vibrant community atmosphere with fantastic transport links to Central London. Ealing boasts lush parks, diverse dining options, and a rich cultural scene, making it an ideal place for both your career and personal life to flourish. Join our dynamic team and enjoy the rewarding experience of leading child protection efforts in this thriving London Borough. Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.