JOB-20240819-db742659
Senior Social Worker - Children - Croydon, UK - £38.5 Hourly - 3 Months Full Time
Are you a highly skilled Senior Social Worker with a flair for working with children and their families? Croydon is calling you for an adventurous role! This exciting short-term opportunity offers an hourly rate of £38.5 where you will be working full-time over the next three months. Croydon is the perfect spot to make a meaningful impact in a lively and diverse community.
Perks and Benefits:
- Experience the unbeatable locum pay rate of £38.5 per hour, putting you in charge of your earnings.
- Enjoy a flexible work schedule that enhances your work-life balance.
- Expand your professional network with top-tier professionals across various services.
- Broaden your horizons with continuous learning opportunities as you encounter different challenges and scenarios.
- Experience the satisfaction of making an immediate impact in children's lives within a dynamic community.
Job Purpose:
Your primary mission is to undertake a range of statutory duties in line with the Children Act 1989, focusing on children and families in need or requiring protection. As an innovative leader, you will not only provide guidance and support to less experienced workers but also spearhead new ways of working inspired by recognisable sites of excellence.
What You Will Do:
- Handle complex cases, including care proceedings, assess needs, plan resources, and review progress in line with policies.
- Collaborate with other agencies to deliver effective children's services and foster partnership working.
- Offer informal support and on-the-job training to junior team members.
- Engage directly with children and families to foster relationships that drive positive outcomes.
- Champion a practice philosophy that empowers service users and promotes risk management strategies.
- Contribute to the Service's engagement strategy with a focus on key relationship responsibilities.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of available services and execute evidence-based matching.
- Keep thorough records that inform the quality assurance framework with both qualitative and quantitative data.
- Participate in quality assurance activities and adapt personal practices accordingly.
- Stay informed on research, legislation, and policy that influence the sector and apply this knowledge to assessments and care plans.
Croydon offers an exciting mix of culture, greenspaces, and vibrant community life making it a fantastic location to both live and work. Its excellent transport links ensure you're always close to the action, whether you're exploring the heart of London or enjoying the charming local scene. Join us in Croydon and take the next step in your career journey!
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