Experienced CHILDREN IN CARE AND CARE EXPERIENCED PEOPLE Social Worker - Permanent Role
Location: Knowsley Council, Merseyside
Salary: £41,511 - £42,708 per annum
Team: Children's Complex Needs Team
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Hybrid Working Options Available
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Eden Brown Synergy is working in partnership with Knowsley Council to recruit an Experienced Social Worker for their CHILDREN IN CARE AND CARE EXPERIENCED PEOPLE on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled practitioner passionate about supporting children and young people with disabilities and their families.
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Roles & Responsibilities
* Holding a caseload of Looked after Children
* Undertaking Core Assessments
* Undertaking Child Protection Enquiries
* Undertaking Viability Assessments
* Undertaking Kinship Assessments
* Undertaking Risk Assessments
* Producing Annex B reports
* Undertaking Regulation 38 Assessments
* Undertaking Special Guardian Assessments
* Liaising/ Working close with partnership agencies to support the families and meet the children/ young peoples needs
* Preparing & implementing Care Plans
* Attending court and giving evidence when required
* Obtaining Interim Care Orders/Interim Supervision Orders
* Initiating Care Proceedings
* Completion of Care Proceedings
* Obtaining Special Guardianship Orders
* Producing Child Permanency Reports
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Essential Criteria:
* Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent qualification.
* Registration with Social Work England.
* Solid understanding of safeguarding practices and legislation relevant to children with disabilities.
* Experience working with children and families in statutory settings.
* Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively and support multi-agency planning.
* Personal qualities aligned with Knowsley Better Together values: Integrity, Accountability, Communication, and Respect.
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Why Join Knowsley Council?
* Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement.
* Access to ongoing training and CPD opportunities.
* Supportive and inclusive working environment.
* Hybrid working available to support work-life balance.
* Dedicated team and management structure with a focus on professional development.
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Interested in applying or want to discuss the role further?
Contact Mayur Rabari at Eden Brown Synergy:
? 0114 700 3804
? m.rabari @edenbrownsynergy.com
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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