Children And Families Social Worker - East Ayrshire

Children and Families Social Worker - East Ayrshire

Location:

East Ayrshire, Scotland

Rate: £36-£40 per hour

Job Type: Temporary / Contract

Hours:

Full-time

Are you an experienced and committed Children and Families Social Worker looking for your next opportunity?

We are currently seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join a Children and Families Social Work Service in East Ayrshire, supporting children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes and improve their wellbeing.

As a Children and Families Social Worker, you will manage a varied caseload and work closely with children, young people, parents, carers and partner agencies to assess needs, manage risk and provide effective social work interventions.

• Undertaking comprehensive assessments of children, young people and families.
• Developing and reviewing child-centred care and support plans.
• Managing a varied caseload in line with professional standards and statutory requirements.
• Assessing and managing risks relating to children and young people.
• Undertaking child protection and safeguarding work where required.
• Working closely with schools, health professionals, police and other partner agencies.
• Supporting families to address difficulties and promote positive change.
• Advocating for the needs, rights and views of children and young people.
• Participating in child protection meetings, reviews and multi-agency planning.
• Contributing to permanence and longer-term planning where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate and timely case records and reports.
• Ensuring all practice is child-centred, strengths-based and outcome-focused.

We are looking for a qualified Social Worker who has:

• A recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Experience working with children, young people and families.
• Strong assessment, care planning and risk management skills.
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding procedures.
• An understanding of relevant Scottish legislation and social work practice.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• The ability to work effectively with children, families and professional networks.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload.
• A compassionate, resilient and child-centred approach.

Previous experience within a statutory Children and Families Social Work setting would be highly desirable.

• £36-£40 per hour
• Opportunity to work within a dedicated Children and Families service.
• Supportive professional and multidisciplinary environment.
• Varied and rewarding caseload.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and families.
• Valuable experience within a Scottish local authority setting.
• Opportunity to further develop your professional social work experience.