Job Title: Social Worker - Family Safeguarding (Wisbech)
Pay Rate: £39 p/h umbrella
Location: Awdry House, Wisbech PE13 2JD
Hybrid Working: Minimum 3 days in the office or on location with families.
About the Role
Join the Family Safeguarding Team in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, providing specialist support to children and families in complex situations. This is a challenging but rewarding role where you'll be at the forefront of child protection (CP) and court work, ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable children.
Key Responsibilities
Case Management:
Manage a complex caseload of Child Protection and court cases.
Deliver high-quality interventions that safeguard children and promote positive outcomes.
Court Work:
Prepare and present cases to court, including detailed reports and recommendations.
Work effectively with legal teams to ensure the child's best interests are represented.
Direct Work with Children and Families:
Conduct meaningful and creative direct work to understand children's needs, wishes, and feelings.
Build positive relationships with families to promote change and reduce risk.
Multi-agency Collaboration:
Work collaboratively with partner agencies to provide comprehensive support and ensure coordinated care planning.
Safeguarding:
Act as a lead professional in identifying and managing risk to children.
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications:
Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
Registered with Social Work England.
Experience:
Demonstrable experience managing complex CP cases and undertaking court work.
Proficiency in direct work with children and families.
Skills:
Excellent communication and analytical skills.
Strong understanding of relevant legislation and safeguarding procedures.
Ability to manage a demanding workload and meet statutory deadlines.
Why Join Us?
Supportive Team: Work within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.
Professional Growth: Access to regular supervision and training opportunities.
Flexible Working: Hybrid model allowing a mix of office, home, and fieldwork.
Make an Impact: Play a key role in protecting vulnerable children and supporting families in need.
? Email:
? Phone: 0203 047 1476
Apply today to join Cambridgeshire's Family Safeguarding Team in Wisbech and make a real difference in children's lives!
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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