We are looking for a Senior Social Worker to join Looked After Children Team for Worcestershire County Concil.
Purpose of job:
* To work in partnership with children and families to address their social, emotional and
environmental needs. The wishes of children and their families are of vital importance in formulating
any plans in conjunction with multi-agency networks. Overall the role is to safeguard and promote
the welfare of the most vulnerable children and young people in Worcestershire through the delivery
of high quality services.
* To assess the risks and needs for vulnerable children and delivering services to improve the quality
of their life. To co-ordinate services that enable the best outcome for children, young people and
their families/carers and ensure the appropriate use of resources.
Main Activities & Responsibilities:
* As an experienced social worker, it is a requirement to be working towards a level of operating self-
sufficiently in the application of relevant legislation, policy, procedures and social work theory (within
normal arrangements for management accountability).
* The Social Worker must ensure the well-being and safety of the child/young person is paramount.
This is through gathering and analysing all necessary information to complete a range of
assessments that comply with statutory requirements and may require the Social Worker to consider
alternative placements for the child or young person.
* To carry out tasks that fulfils the statutory requirements of children and young people receiving
services.
* The Social Worker may be expected, on occasions, to represent the Authority in court and also may
be required to attend as a witness or give evidence.
* To attend a range of meetings to update and exchange information, make decisions and review
progress.
* To create, develop and review multi-agency outcome focused plans for children and young people.
* The Social Worker will undertake day duty tasks as required. Duty tasks will require telephone calls,
visits or attending meetings.
Essential Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* At least 2 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
* Social Work England Registration
* Driving license and access to own vehicle
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Mayur Rabari at or call on 0114 700 3804.
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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