Children’s Social Worker CIN LAC #0009DF631
Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.
Provide a local professional social care service for children, young people and families in need.
Contribute to a range of voluntary and statutory social work activities and carry out professional social work tasks in accordance with recognised social work procedures, evidence-based practice and professional social work ethics.
Manage a case load of “children in need,” “at risk of significant harm” and/or “looked after,” adhering to legislative and procedural requirements, ensuring the best possible outcomes for the children concerned.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- To undertake procedurally compliant assessments and section 47 enquiries that clearly identify levels and types of risk or need based on documented evidence.
- To record and analyse information gathered during the process of social care assessment in line with the case recording policy, local and national guidance and best practice principles.
- To undertake assessments in such a way as to lead to clear associated plans that address the issues identified for children in Doncaster.
- To practice with a clear understanding of the relevant legislative principles, an up-to-date knowledge of research, emerging case law and best practice guidance.
- Engage with children, their carers and families in such a way as to clearly understand their circumstances, wishes and feelings and form conclusions which direct longer-term interventions focused on the best interests of the child.
- To have involvement in the process of taking and recording children’s contacts and referrals, contributing to achieving a full understanding of the issues being referred, the relative urgency, the level of risk or need and the action needed in individual cases.
What’s on offer for the Social Worker:
- Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!
- Excellent management structure with experienced leaders.
- Desirable location with excellent transport links.
- A stable and well-supported working environment.
Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:
- Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- In-house payroll, providing weekly payments and support.
- Enhanced DBS completed.
- Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team.
- An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant.
- Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area.