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JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Locum Social WorkerSpecialism: Assessment/Front Door TeamJob Locatio... JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Locum Social WorkerSpecialism: Assessment/Front Door TeamJob Location: South TynesideSalary: £35.37 HourlyType: Locum, Full Time or Part Time, OngoingLocum Social Worker within Assessment Team in South Tyneside earning £35.37 hourly, ongoing position. Are you ready for an exciting opportunity that allows you to work Full Time or Part Time while making a meaningful impact? South Tyneside is offering a role for an experienced Social Worker to join their vibrant assessment team, also known as the front door team. This position promises a dynamic working environment, competitive hourly salary, and ongoing professional development. Perks and benefits:- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the benefit of being paid by the hour, allowing you flexibility and control over your earnings. - Diverse Experience: Work with a variety of cases that will enhance your skills and expertise within social work and the assessment team.- Travel Opportunities: Locum work often allows for less commitment, providing you the chance to explore different areas and settings.- Networking: Work alongside experienced professionals, expanding your connections and getting to know others in the field.- Work-Life Balance: Tailor your schedule to fit other personal or professional commitments. What you will do:- Conduct initial assessments and gather essential information to determine appropriate services and support. - Work closely with children and families to ensure their needs are met with sensitivity and professionalism. - Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to create comprehensive and effective support plans. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions and assessments. - Provide expert advice and guidance to colleagues and other professionals regarding safeguarding and best practices. South Tyneside is a fantastic place to live and work. With a strong community vibe, beautiful coastline, and a range of cultural and leisure activities, your time here will be both fulfilling and enjoyable. Whether you're soaking up the local history or exploring the stunning natural landscapes, South Tyneside offers a welcoming and enriching environment for professionals in social work. Join us for an opportunity that promises growth, excitement, and the chance to truly make 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-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker Senior Practitioner – Connected Cares TeamSpe... JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker Senior Practitioner – Connected Cares TeamSpecialism: Social Worker – ChildrenLocation: South Tyneside, UKSalary: £32.58 per hourType: Ongoing, Part Time / Full TimeSocial Worker Senior Practitioner within the Connected Cares Team in South Tyneside, earning £32.58 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, providing an excellent chance to support children and families through high-quality assessments, kinship care arrangements, and fostering interventions. Working within a supportive Children's Services team, you will play a vital role in ensuring children have access to safe, stable, and nurturing home environments.Perks and benefits• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and supports a healthy work-life balance.• Hourly Pay: Earn £32.58 per hour, offering flexibility and rewarding your expertise.• Professional Growth: Develop your skills and experience within a specialist children's social care service.• Networking Opportunities: Build relationships with professionals across Children's Services, fostering teams, and partner agencies.• Flexible Working: Benefit from a role that supports both professional achievement and personal commitments.• Meaningful Impact: Make a lasting difference to the lives of children, young people, and families across South Tyneside.What you will do• Assessment and Intervention: Undertake meaningful assessments and interventions with children and families, tailoring support to individual circumstances.• Kinship Care Assessments: Complete viability assessments and full assessments for prospective Kinship Carers.• Court and Panel Work: Prepare detailed reports and present findings to Fostering Panels and the Court where required.• Case Management: Manage complex cases while ensuring compliance with statutory guidance and best practice.• Duty Responsibilities: Participate in the duty rota, responding to emergency viability assessments and Regulation 24 assessments.• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, carers, and families to promote stability and positive outcomes.• Multi-Agency Working: Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies to safeguard and support children.• Care Planning: Contribute to effective care planning and permanency arrangements that meet the needs of children and young people.• Professional Leadership: Support good practice within the team and contribute to high standards of service delivery.Qualifications / Requirements• Social Work Qualification: Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification.• Registration: Current Social Work England registration.• Experience: Significant post-qualification experience within Children's Social Care.• Kinship and Fostering Knowledge: Experience completing viability, kinship, connected carers, or fostering assessments.• Court Experience: Ability to prepare court reports and present professional evidence where required.• Safeguarding Knowledge: Strong understanding of child protection, safeguarding, and relevant legislation.• Communication Skills: Excellent assessment, report-writing, and interpersonal skills.• Organisational Skills: Ability to manage competing priorities within a busy service environment.Why South TynesideSouth Tyneside offers a fantastic blend of coastal beauty, rich heritage, and vibrant communities. With stunning beaches, picturesque parks, thriving town centres, and excellent local amenities, it provides an exceptional quality of life. Whether you enjoy outdoor activities, cultural attractions, or community-focused living, South Tyneside is a welcoming and rewarding 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 Connected Cares Team in South Tyneside with Sanctuary Personnel.