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JOB-20240819-db742659Social Worker – Adults Team – London Borough of Merton – £32 Hourly – Ongoing... JOB-20240819-db742659Social Worker – Adults Team – London Borough of Merton – £32 Hourly – Ongoing Embark on an enriching journey as a Social Worker within our Adults Team in the vibrant London Borough of Merton. This is a thrilling opportunity to make a real impact while earning a competitive rate of £32 per hour. The position is ongoing, allowing you to establish yourself in the role with both full-time and part-time options available. Perks and benefits:- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility of an hourly rate, giving you control over your earnings while maintaining a great work-life balance.- Variety of Work: Immerse yourself in diverse and stimulating challenges and cases that keep your skills sharp and your mind engaged.- Professional Growth: Locum work allows you to develop a broad range of experience quickly, enhancing your CV and career prospects.- Seminar Access: Connect with industry experts and attend exclusive seminars to further hone your expertise and knowledge in the field. What you will do:- Conduct comprehensive assessments in line with the Care Act to ensure individuals receive appropriate support and care. - Work within the community setting, focusing on safeguarding adults, and undertaking care management functions. - Engage in the NHS Continuing Healthcare assessments and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure best outcomes for service users. - Present cases to the Outcomes Forum for funding decisions, showcasing your analytical and persuasive skills. - Participate in strategic planning and development of personalised care plans. - Attend the office three times a week to collaborate with a passionate team, enabling shared learning and experience exchange. Why Choose the London Borough of Merton?Living and working in the London Borough of Merton offers an outstanding blend of city excitement and serene green spaces. With excellent transport links and a thriving community, it is the perfect place to grow both personally and professionally. Join us in Merton and be part of a supportive and forward-thinking borough dedicated to making a difference. 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-db742659Position: Senior Social Worker – Safeguarding Team Location: Merton, UK Rate: £... JOB-20240819-db742659Position: Senior Social Worker – Safeguarding Team Location: Merton, UK Rate: £39.57 per hour Contract: Full-time, Locum Duration: 3 monthsDiscover a thrilling career opportunity as a Senior Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team in Merton, UK. This locum position offers an enticing hourly rate of £39.57 and spans full time across three months. Embrace a role where your expertise will be valued and your contributions vital in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals.Perks and benefits: Locum work means you enjoy flexibility and the chance to work in diverse environments, enriching your professional experience while continuously expanding your network. The attractive hourly rate ensures your skills are well rewarded. Additionally, working in Merton offers a vibrant local community and easy access to London's exciting amenities, alongside excellent opportunities for professional development.What you will do: Work closely with children, families, and partner agencies to identify and assess risks to vulnerable individuals Develop, implement, and review safeguarding plans to ensure the safety and welfare of service users Provide expert advice and guidance on safeguarding issues and policy implementation to colleagues and partner organisations Maintain detailed records and prepare reports for case conferences and legal proceedings Facilitate and participate in multi-agency meetings to ensure coordinated efforts in safeguarding children and adults at risk Merton is a fantastic place to live and work, combining the charm of suburban life with the convenience of city living. Known for its rich history, diverse culture, and excellent public services, Merton offers an ideal backdrop for a rewarding career in social work. Join us and make a difference in this welcoming and thriving 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-db742659 Consultant Social Worker  Job Title: Consultant Social Worker  Specialis... JOB-20240819-db742659 Consultant Social Worker  Job Title: Consultant Social Worker  Specialism: Social Worker – Children’s (Family Support & Safeguarding) Location: Merton, London, UK Salary: £41.10 per hour Contract Type: Ongoing (3–6 Months) Working Pattern: Part Time / Full Time (Hybrid – Office Attendance 3 Days per Week) Start Date: ASAP About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a locum Consultant Social Worker to join the Family Support and Safeguarding Service in Merton. This ongoing role offers a competitive hourly rate of £41.10, flexible working arrangements, and hybrid working with office attendance required just three days per week.You will be part of a forward-thinking and high-performing service, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, where collaboration, systemic practice and continuous learning are embedded into everyday work. This role provides the chance to take a lead in your chosen area of practice while mentoring and supporting colleagues. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Practice Development Provide high-level support and mentorship to social workers, including ASYEs and students Act as a Practice Educator and role model for excellent social work practice Lead in a chosen practice area, driving innovation and continuous improvement Support the Team Manager in maintaining high standards of service delivery Direct Work with Children & Families Work with families experiencing complex and significant needs Ensure children receive timely and effective safeguarding interventions Deliver relationship-based and strengths-focused social work support Service Model & Multi-Agency Collaboration Practice within Merton’s blended model, including Systemic Practice, Relationship-Based Social Work, Signs of Safety and trauma-informed approaches Build and maintain strong partnerships with multi-agency professionals Contribute to safeguarding strategies and service development initiatives Team Collaboration Work collaboratively alongside five social workers and a dedicated Child and Family Worker Promote reflective practice and a culture of shared learning Support service improvements aligned with the vision of safe, nurturing outcomes for children Requirements Social Work England registration Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work Significant post-qualifying experience within Children’s Social Care Experience mentoring, supervising or supporting less experienced practitioners Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory frameworks Ability to work effectively within hybrid and multi-agency environments Perks and Benefits Competitive hourly rate of £41.10 Hybrid working (office attendance three days per week) Flexible part-time or full-time options Opportunity to work within an Ofsted Outstanding service Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities Gain valuable locum experience within a supportive, high-performing team Why Merton? Located in South West London, Merton offers a vibrant and diverse community with excellent transport links, beautiful green spaces and a strong local identity. Blending historic charm with modern amenities, it provides an ideal setting for both professional fulfilment and quality of life. Working with Sanctuary Personnel Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning recruitment agency with an Excellent rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews. We are dedicated to securing competitive rates and roles that match your skills, experience and career ambitions.When you work with Sanctuary Personnel, you will receive dedicated consultant support, transparent communication and ongoing guidance throughout your placement and beyond.      

JOB-20240819-db742659Social Worker - Adults Locality Team in Merton, earning £32.71 hourly. Ongoing,... JOB-20240819-db742659Social Worker - Adults Locality Team in Merton, earning £32.71 hourly. Ongoing, full-time or part-time positions available. Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey as a Social Worker within the Adults Locality Team in the wonderful London borough of Merton? This exciting opportunity offers a fulfilling career path with a competitive hourly rate of £32.71. Join a vibrant team that truly makes a difference in the lives of adults. With a choice between full-time and part-time hours, this role provides the flexibility you need. Perks and benefits:- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the competitive hourly wage of £32.71, providing a lucrative incentive for your expert skills and dedication. - Work-life Balance: With full-time and part-time options, you can balance your professional life with personal commitments, ensuring a healthy work-life harmony. - Professional Development: Gain access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career. - Variety and Flexibility: Locum work offers the chance to work in different settings, keeping your days fresh and engaging. What you will do:- Conduct assessments of needs and risks for adults within the locality, ensuring comprehensive service delivery. - Develop and implement care plans tailored to the individual requirements of each service user. - Collaborate with a range of professionals, families, and external agencies to provide holistic support. - Manage and prioritise caseloads effectively to ensure timely and quality service. - Advocate for the rights and needs of adults, ensuring their voice is heard and respected in the service process. Merton is a fantastic place to live and work, offering a blend of vibrant urban energy and tranquil green spaces. With excellent transport links, trendy cafes, community events, and cultural experiences, you will find both a fulfilling job and a delightful community to be a part of. Join us and make a positive impact in Merton today! 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-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new p... JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Consultant Social Worker within the Assessment & Intervention Team to work full time based in Merton. The salary for this permanent Consultant Social Worker job is up to £48,867 per annum. Main duties: Work directly with children, young people and families using and role modelling Merton’s Relationship-based practice model and a range of solution focused, Signs of Safety and systemic social work tools and approaches.Build and maintain string and effective relationships with children, young people, families and carers to offer containment and create the conditions for change to occur. Support Social Worker, Social Work Students and Practitioners to improve and repair their relationships with children, families and carers.To prepare, provide and explain written reports and plans to children, families, carers and professionals in a range of different settings including home visits; family network meetings; court hearings; panels and multi-agency meetings.Where required, to hold statutory social work case responsibility for the assessment, intervention, planning and reviewing of children, families and carers requiring social work interventions under child in need, child protection and children in care arrangements.To act as a Practice Educator and Practice Assessor and supervise, mentor and coach social work students and ASYE social workers as required.To work alongside children, young people, parents and families experiencing or at risk of experiencing social, emotional, health or behavioural issues to bring about sustainable change.To work with families with complex problems as lead professional as the role requires.To deliver effective group supervision, individual supervision, appraisal and mentoring of colleagues.To maintain up to date records and data using electronic devices and systems and provide reports for a range of audiences, role modelling efficient and timely recording and reporting practices and assisting practitioners, social work students, and social workers with effective time management strategies.Actively build strong effective relationships and networks with other professional groups and services in the locality, taking appropriate action to resolve issues or concerns.To undertake other tasks allocated by manager, in keeping with the responsibilities of the grade.Be expected to chare their experience, knowledge and skills with practitioners, social work students, social workers and colleagues to provide consultation, advice and guidance.Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope and purpose of this job description and which are commensurate with the grade of the post. Requirements of this Consultant Social Worker job: A social Work Qualification or equivalent.Understanding of relevant legislation.Continual professional development.Social Work England registered. Contact: This Consultant Social Worker job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.