JOB-20240819-db742659
Children Social Worker – Family Support & Safeguarding Team – Lewisham, UK
Position Overview:
- Role: Children Social Worker
- Specialism: Family Support & Safeguarding
- Location: Lewisham, UK
- Hourly Rate: £37.00 per hour
- Contract Type: Ongoing
- Full-time/Part-time: Flexible options available
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide a statutory social work service to children, young people, and their families/carers, including assessment, intervention, case planning, and review.
- Maintain accurate case records and ensure transparency and accountability in all documentation.
- Advise service users of their rights to access records and the complaints procedure.
- Prepare case reports and correspondence for various stakeholders, including conferences, court, and other agencies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, guidance, and legislation.
- Conduct duty work as required and develop strong relationships with relevant agencies and organisations.
- Actively engage in supervision sessions and professional development opportunities.
Perks and Benefits:
- Flexible Hours: Choose between full-time or part-time hours, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Competitive Pay: Earn £37.00 per hour, one of the highest rates in the sector.
- Professional Development: Access training and career advancement opportunities within a supportive environment.
- Networking Opportunities: Work within a diverse and collaborative multi-agency team.
- Engaging Community: Be part of a vibrant, dynamic community committed to improving services for children and families.
Essential Criteria:
- Qualified social worker with current HCPC registration.
- Experience in statutory social work within family support and safeguarding.
- Strong knowledge of relevant child protection legislation and procedures.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage cases independently, with an emphasis on professionalism and safeguarding.
- Commitment to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusivity in all work interactions.
Reports To: Team Manager
Main Purpose of the Job: To provide a high-quality statutory social work service to children, young people, and families/carers, ensuring effective assessments, interventions, case planning, and reviews in line with the team’s objectives.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Manage social work tasks on assigned cases, including short-term assessments and reviews.
- Create and maintain comprehensive case reports for use by multi-agency teams.
- Prioritise diversity and equality in all community interactions.
- Participate in team duty systems and collaborate with external agencies.
- Ensure adherence to health and safety protocols, ensuring the safety of all team members and service users.
- Contribute to performance evaluations and participate actively in training sessions.
Why Lewisham?
- Lewisham offers a dynamic and culturally rich environment, perfect for both living and working.
- Known for its strong community spirit and focus on supporting families, Lewisham is a great place to make a meaningful impact.
Why Work with Sanctuary Personnel?
- Sanctuary Personnel is an award-winning agency with an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews.
- We are committed to securing the best rates and roles that align with your skills and experience.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children and young people in Lewisham!
