Child Protection Social Worker

Connect2SocialWork are urgently looking for experienced Social Workers and Senior Practitioners to join their their Adults Services

The benefits of this Social Worker role:

• Hybrid working
• Great teams to work in
• Laptop and training provided
• Low case load

Role Responsibilities:

• To maintain registration with Social Work England and to undertake statutory and other tasks related to the responsibilities of the service group outlined in the context statement, in accordance with relevant legislation and Children's Social Worker Framework.
• To deliver the service in accordance with statutory responsibilities set out in the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation.
• To undertake assessment of children's needs in accordance with Directorate policies and procedures. Assessments will be carried out in conjunction with children, families, carers and other professionals and in a timely manner in accordance with Council's policies and procedures.
• To undertake assessments of children's needs and create effective plans which are renewed in a timely manner.
• To promote and safeguard the welfare of children.
• To apply specific methods of intervention as appropriate.
• To provide support, information and advice to families to help parents become more self-reliant.
• To prepare reports for courts and various meetings and to present to a variety of professionals in a variety of settings and may be required to attend to give evidence in legal proceedings as required.
• To maintain essential records, input and maintain records on the core computer system as required.
• To make available any records for statistical purposes or inspection.
• To attend team meetings and other meetings relevant to the work of the service group, as required by the Team Manager.
• To function within financial and budgetary guidelines.
• To engage in and prepare for supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation against the Children's Social Work Framework and ensure that continuous professional development is evidenced and maintained.
• To undertake training and development as required including ongoing post qualification professional development.
• To undertake any other lesser or comparable duties as required relating to the particular specialised function of the team or teams.

Requirements:

• Registered with Social Work England (SWE)
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Post-qualified experience in social work
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Why Work with Connect2SocialWork?

• Free DBS and compliance checks
• Exclusive access to a wide range of roles across the UK, including roles only available through Connect2SocialWork
• Dedicated consultant support - work with a knowledgeable consultant who understands your needs
• Backed by Kent County Council - benefit from the stability and trust of a council-owned agency
• Reliable and prompt payroll system
• Referral bonus - earn £250 for every social worker you refer who is successfully placed*
• Welcome bonus - receive £250 when you secure a role through us*

Interested?
Contact Jack Best at 📧 jack.best@csltd.org.uk or 📞 07955 433801

Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.