Job Description

Do you have a passion for safeguarding children and a desire to make a positive difference in the lives of families facing challenges?

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Children's Social Worker to join our dedicated Central FACT Team. In this role, you will play a vital role in protecting vulnerable children, supporting families, and promoting positive outcomes. You will carry a mixed caseload of children in a variety of circumstances (CIN/CP/LAC) and provide direct social work intervention to children, young people, and their families in the community.

Key Responsibilities:
collaboratively.

• Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments of children and families, identifying risks, vulnerabilities, and needs.
• Care Planning: Develop and implement individualised care plans to address the specific needs of children and families, promoting their well-being and creating positive outcomes.
• Direct Social Work Intervention: Provide direct support and guidance to children, young people, and their families in the community, offering practical and emotional support.
• Collaboration and Partnership: Work closely with other professionals, including health visitors, school staff, and other agencies, to ensure a coordinated response to families needs.
• Advocacy and Case Management: Champion the needs of families, ensuring they have access to appropriate services and support, and their voices are heard.
• Court Work: Prepare reports and attend court hearings related to child protection matters, advocating for the best interests of children.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker: Must hold a relevant Social Work qualification (e.g. DipSW, BSc, MA) and be registered with Social Care England.
• Experience in Child Protection: Proven experience working with children and families in a safeguarding context.
• Strong Assessment and Planning Skills: Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments, identify risks, and develop effective care plans.
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build rapport with families and other professionals, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Commitment to Child-Centred Practice: A passion for safeguarding children and a dedication to ensuring their safety and well-being.

We are looking for social workers with a passion for safeguarding children, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a commitment to working. To Apply please contact Lara on (phone number removed)

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.