Children Social Worker

Location: Southend-on-Sea

Children’s Social Worker – Looked After Children

Location:

Southend (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £39,152 – £45,091 per annum

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Southend for an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join their Looked After Children team.

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive service focused on achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of looked after children in line with statutory requirements
Undertake assessments, care planning and reviews
Work collaboratively with families, carers and multi-agency professionals
Promote stability and permanence for children in care
Ensure safeguarding standards are maintained at all times

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent)
Registered with Social Work England
Experience working within a Looked After Children team
Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and frameworks
Ability to manage a varied caseload

Benefits:

Hybrid working – minimum of 2 days onsite
Competitive salary
Supportive working environment
Opportunities for professional development

Please note:

At present, the client can offer sponsorship.

Service Care Solutions benefits and interested please send your CV to (url removed)

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