Children's Social Worker – Looked After Children - Remote

Overview

An exciting new role for a Children's Social Worker is required to join Solihull’s Safeguarding Service. This is a great opportunity to be part of a close-knit team.

In Short

• The role involves being on duty for one week in five.
• Handling Section 47 enquiries and Section 17 assessments.
• Ensuring assessments and interventions are completed within statutory timescales.
• Working in the office during duty weeks.
• Focusing on the voice of the child and strong analysis.
• Completing Child in Need and Child Protection work.
• Conducting Risk Assessments and creating Child in Need Plans.
• Completing Child and Family Assessments.
• Experience working with Section 47 enquiries is required.
• Flexible work-from-home arrangements outside of duty days.

Requirements

• Social Work England registration.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Post-qualified experience.
• A degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.

Benefits

• Competitive rate of pay.
• Hybrid working.
• Free parking.
• A stable and established team recognized by Ofsted.
• Regular support/supervision.
• Opportunity for progressive professional development.
• Access to training materials.
• Long term contracts available.