Social Worker - Long Term Intervention

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Job Title: Locum Social Worker - Long Term Intervention Specialism: Work with children and young people Location: Caerphilly, UK Salary: £38.15 Hourly Contract Length: 3 Months Position Type: Full Time Join our team for an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people in Caerphilly as a Locum Social Worker specialising in Long Term Intervention. This full-time role offers the chance to work for three months, delivering essential interventions and supporting permanency care plans for vulnerable children and young people. With the alluring countryside of Caerphilly as your backdrop, you will be able to fully engage with your role, enrich your professional skills, and enjoy the rewarding nature of this dynamic career path.Perks and benefits:

Locum roles offer the flexibility you crave while allowing you to hone your skills across different environments. In addition to a competitive hourly wage, enjoy the chance to expand your professional network with various key players in the field. Take advantage of opportunities to work independently and develop your expertise further. Plus, relish the bonus of less bureaucracy and more time to focus on meaningful face-to-face work with clients.What you will do:

• Manage a caseload of children and young people subject to Permanency Care Plans, Kinship Fostering, and Special Guardianship Orders.
• Contribute to permanency planning to ensure stable, long-term placements and the best outcomes for children and young people.
• Conduct comprehensive Connected Persons Assessments to evaluate the suitability of kinship carers and push for Special Guardianship Orders as required.
• Complete mandatory Children Looked After reviews and coordinate care planning meetings in compliance with statutory requirements and best practices.
• Undertake in-depth assessments of a child’s welfare, safety, and development, ensuring that the care and support plan meets all their needs.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to kinship carers and families, equipping them with necessary resources to better support the child’s needs.
• Prepare and submit detailed court reports, particularly working to revoke Care Orders and expediting transitions to SGOs for children residing with kinship carers.

Situated in the heart of South Wales, Caerphilly offers a delightful environment to work and live. Known for its historic sites, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant community, it’s a fantastic base for both your career and lifestyle. With a strong sense of community and plenty of opportunities for exploration, Caerphilly is not just a place to work, but a place to call home.Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.