Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding

JOB-20240819-db742659

Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding within Children’s and Adults Service in Southwark, SE1 2QH, earning £38 hourly.

Ongoing, full-time, and offering a significant chance for a seasoned professional to support families and safeguard children while working in an energetic community environment.Perks and benefits:

- Competitive Pay: Enjoy a lucrative hourly rate of £38, recognizing the critical importance of your role.- Excellent Work Environment: Thrive in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere committed to continuous learning and professional development.- Great opportunity to work with a vibrant and diverse community in Southwark where you can genuinely make a difference.- Flexibility: The chance to work flexibly across different settings, honing your skills and broadening your experience.- Networking Opportunities: Engage with a broad network of professionals, enhancing your career prospects and professional relationships.Purpose of the Job:

As a Senior Social Worker in the Safeguarding team, you will offer a comprehensive, effective, and systemically-informed social work service, managing complex cases within statutory guidelines. Your work will be both relationship-based and responsive, aiming to achieve positive outcomes for families while working closely with a supportive team of professionals.What you will do:

- Provide systemically-informed social work in complex situations, setting clear aims to address risk and need for each child.- Build and maintain professional, honest relationships with children and their families, fostering trust and resolving conflicts.- Guide and support less experienced colleagues, offering developmental opportunities and acting as practice educator.- Present complex information in professional settings, maintaining accurate case records and producing high-quality reports.- Observe and engage with children to understand their development and needs, coordinating with other professionals to prioritise their interests.- Address issues of adult mental health, substance misuse, abuse, and neglect, safeguarding both children and vulnerable adults.- Conduct in-depth, evidence-based assessments of social need and risk, maintaining a partnership with families.- Manage a complex caseload, planning and reviewing work to balance risks with family strengths for positive outcomes.- Uphold statutory duties, using the law to inform decisions and support families, while ensuring evidence is prepared for court when necessary.Southwark, SE1 2QH, is not only a fantastic place to grow your career but also a vibrant community brimming with culture, history, and recreation. With its dynamic urban vibe and excellent transport links, you'll find Southwark an exciting and convenient place to live and work. Join us and be part of a team making significant impacts every single day.Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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