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Connect2Surrey | Surrey County Council
Locum Social Worker - Childrens Services
Safeguarding
In Surrey's Children, Families and Lifelong Learning services, we feel proud to have careers with a purpose, in many different roles, working closely with partners, that support real people and real lives.
Responsibilities:
- Protecting children and young people from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
- Conducting thorough assessments of children and families where there are concerns about abuse or neglect.
- Gathering information from various sources, including the child, family members, schools, healthcare providers and other relevant parties, to evaluate the level of risk and determine appropriate interventions.
- Developing and implementing child protection plans aimed at mitigating risks and ensuring the safety of children.
- Participating in case meetings, child protection conferences and court proceedings as necessary.
- Advocating for the best interests of the child and ensuring that safeguarding measures are effectively implemented.
- Engaging in preventative work, such as delivering training & awareness-raising initiatives within communities, schools and other settings to promote early identification of risks and improve safeguarding practices.
Essential Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children and families in a social work setting, for a minimum of three years.
- A degree in social work.
- Registration with Social Work England as a Qualified Social Worker.
- Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to identify risks and develop effective intervention plans.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
- A commitment to upholding the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity.
Benefits:
- Competitive rates commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
- Supportive work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth.
- Meaningful work that makes a positive impact on the lives of children and families in need.
Should your skillset meet the criteria, please forward a copy of your CV to;
Connect2Surrey, part of Surrey County Council & Kent Commercial Services LLP, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
