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Join our dedicated team as a Locum Social Worker within Children in Care in Preston UK, earning £36 per hour hourly. This ongoing full-time position is an exciting opportunity for those with a knack for making a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Starting date is ASAP. If you have over 12 months of experience working with children and young people, especially within the Children in Care team, then we want to hear from you. Please ensure your contact telephone number is included on your application or CV.
As a Children in Care Social Worker in Preston, you'll enjoy a range of unique job-specific and locum work benefits. Lancashire is a fantastic place to be right now, with its progressive and innovative Children's Services, featuring a family safeguarding model and strength-based approaches.
Perks and benefits:
- Flexible Working: Relish the freedom to design your work hours to complement personal commitments and achieve the perfect work-life balance.
- Manageable Caseload: We aim for a caseload between 15 and 22, ensuring you maintain focus and quality in your work.
- Family Friendly: Work within a supportive structure that helps harmonise your professional duties with family life.
- Mileage Paid: Travel benefits make it easier and more budget-friendly to get around while doing the job you love.
- Hybrid Working Approach: Balance your day between remote work from home and in-person meetings as needed, combining convenience and the collaborative essence of team working.
What You Will Do:
- Provide committed and expert support to children and young people within the care system.
- Conduct regular assessments and reviews to ensure the best possible outcomes for children in care.
- Collaborate with families, carers, and other professionals to develop and implement care plans.
- Stay abreast of statutory obligations and apply them effectively in practice.
- Offer emotional and practical support to help children and young people manage their situations.
Requirements of the Social Worker:
- Degree or equivalent in social work
- Current Social Work England registration
- Significant frontline experience in Social Services within the UK working as a qualified Social Worker
Preston offers more than just a fulfilling job role; it's a wonderful place to live and work. With its vibrant cultural scene, bustling high streets and beautiful nearby countryside, Preston offers a great blend of urban and rural life. Join us and enjoy everything this remarkable area has to offer while making a lasting impact in children's lives.
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