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Social Worker - Children's

Tripod Partners
Posted 10 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Worcester, Worcestershire WR53DE, England

Salary

£33 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Worcestershire County Council is looking for experienced Safeguarding Social Workers for a temporary, full-time position with a pay rate of £33 per hour.
  • The role involves working with children under Child Protection Plans and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to support families.
  • Candidates must have Social Work England registration, relevant qualifications, and significant experience in child protection work.
  • Essential skills include excellent communication, strong analytical abilities, and a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare.
  • The position offers a supportive management team, opportunities for professional development, and a focus on family support.

Worcestershire County Council

Pay Rate:£33 per hour

Contract: Temporary, Full-Time

About the Role:

We're seeking experienced Safeguarding Social Workers to join our Children's Services team at Worcestershire County Council. You'll play a vital role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work with children subject to Child Protection Plans, supporting families to address identified concerns.
  • Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, including substance abuse workers, domestic violence workers, and emotional health and wellbeing workers.
  • Chair core groups and regularly assess family progress.
  • Support families in reducing risks and diverting from court proceedings.
  • Undertake parenting and risk assessments to inform future planning.
  • Initiate care proceedings when necessary and work towards securing permanence for children within the 26-week timescale.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay rate.
  • Supportive and stable management team.
  • Collaborative team environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Strong emphasis on family support and alternative care options.

Essential Requirements:

  • Social Work England registration.
  • Relevant social work qualifications (Degree or Diploma level).
  • Significant experience in child protection work.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.