Grade: JK
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time/part time hours available
Location: Scarborough area, flexible working bases and hybrid working available
Closing Date: 12th January 2025
In our Family Assessment and Support Teams, you will work with a range of children and their families, carers, and networks. This includes children in need, children subject to child protection plans, and those involved in public law proceedings.
Main Duties of the Job
A good understanding of legislation, practice, and court processes is essential. In NYC, we offer extensive training and support for your continual professional development, including our defined practice model, Systemic, signs of safety, and family seeing/network training. We have high aspirations for our young people and strive to work collaboratively with children, young people, and their families, believing that each child has a supportive network around them. The role is varied; one day you may be completing words and pictures with a family, and the next, supporting a young person with complex needs. We work with all young people from birth to 18 years, maintaining strong links with external agencies and teams in North Yorkshire. About Us
The team consists of a Team Manager and Practice Supervisors to support all Social Workers. We have dedicated business support to enable Social Workers to spend more time with children, young people, and their families. Our supervision policy includes regular group and individual supervisions, as well as opportunities to engage in County Wide practice model sessions. The team is creative in its approach, ensuring that no two plans look the same. Social Workers are supported by technology that allows them to spend more time with young people rather than at a computer. We are looking for Social Workers with at least two years of post-qualifying experience, a can-do attitude, and a child-focused approach who are creative in planning with children. Be the change you trained to be. Job Responsibilities
Childrens Social Care provides services based on specific legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and the Children Act 2004, as well as Government guidance and policy. We are committed to providing good quality services to support children, young people, and their families, always in line with the Health and Care Professions Council's Code of Practice. An Enhanced DBS check and Health and Care Professions Council registration are required. Job Purpose: Hold and manage a caseload, including Children in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children as allocated by the Team Manager or Assistant Team Manager. This includes undertaking assessments, formulating, monitoring, and managing plans for children with multi-agency partners to ensure good, timely outcomes. Operational Management:
Manage and prioritize cases as allocated by the line manager. Assess children and their families' needs and make appropriate recommendations for services to achieve agreed outcomes. Participate in the allocation of cases and accept cases allocated by the Team Manager. Liaise with other agency professionals as necessary to fulfill statutory duties. Fully engage in supervision and performance appraisal. Maintain good case records and write reports as required. Give evidence in court as necessary. Partnerships:
Commit to shared values and develop a culture of interagency working. Ensure multi-agency engagement in all assessment and planning processes. Plan and commission services for children and families. Liaise with colleagues and external agencies to gather relevant information. Work with individuals or groups to develop their potential. Understand and support the role of families and carers. Ensure all interventions improve outcomes for children. Make key decisions based on observation and professional judgment. Strategic Management:
Contribute to planning and development of services. Understand the importance of providing care during transitional periods. Identify transition points and provide appropriate support. Communications:
Advise clients on the Directorate's charging policies. Comply with Data Protection Legislation. Demonstrate good recording skills. Liaise with staff and participate in necessary placement or review panels. Promote participation in decision-making. Ensure all work remains focused on the needs of children. Use high-level communication skills to ensure positive outcomes. Undertake preventative work to reduce the need for care or accommodation. Systems and Information:
Maintain case records in line with Directorate procedures. Adhere to confidentiality and maintain appropriate boundaries. Safeguarding:
Complete assessments within timescales and develop care plans. Provide support to carers and encourage the development of support networks. Take necessary action regarding child safety. Investigate allegations of neglect or abuse. Prepare plans for children, including arrangements for Court orders. Person Specification
Qualifications
Fully qualified, accredited social work professional status (CQSW, DipSW, CSS, PQCCA). Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council. Grade K: Fully qualified, accredited social work professional status (CQSW, DipSW, CSS, PQCCA). Successfully passing Level 3 (competence based) Assessment. Other Requirements
Availability to work outside normal office hours when necessary. Ability to meet travel needs across the geographical area. Occupational Skills
Ability to communicate with children and young people at all levels. Undertake negotiation with families. Assess family circumstances and identify necessary resources. Multi-disciplinary working intervention with families. Presentation skills (written and oral). Ability to converse in accurate spoken English. Advocacy and care planning skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. IT skills for word processing and electronic communication. Recognize risk and take appropriate actions. Experience
Knowledge of good practice in child care. Knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and 2004. Some background experience in a social care setting. Work placement in a child care setting (degree course). Grade K: Knowledge of judicial processes and child protection/safeguarding procedures. Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in relevant field. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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A good understanding of legislation, practice, and court processes is essential. In NYC, we offer extensive training and support for your continual professional development, including our defined practice model, Systemic, signs of safety, and family seeing/network training. We have high aspirations for our young people and strive to work collaboratively with children, young people, and their families, believing that each child has a supportive network around them. The role is varied; one day you may be completing words and pictures with a family, and the next, supporting a young person with complex needs. We work with all young people from birth to 18 years, maintaining strong links with external agencies and teams in North Yorkshire. About Us
The team consists of a Team Manager and Practice Supervisors to support all Social Workers. We have dedicated business support to enable Social Workers to spend more time with children, young people, and their families. Our supervision policy includes regular group and individual supervisions, as well as opportunities to engage in County Wide practice model sessions. The team is creative in its approach, ensuring that no two plans look the same. Social Workers are supported by technology that allows them to spend more time with young people rather than at a computer. We are looking for Social Workers with at least two years of post-qualifying experience, a can-do attitude, and a child-focused approach who are creative in planning with children. Be the change you trained to be. Job Responsibilities
Childrens Social Care provides services based on specific legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and the Children Act 2004, as well as Government guidance and policy. We are committed to providing good quality services to support children, young people, and their families, always in line with the Health and Care Professions Council's Code of Practice. An Enhanced DBS check and Health and Care Professions Council registration are required. Job Purpose: Hold and manage a caseload, including Children in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children as allocated by the Team Manager or Assistant Team Manager. This includes undertaking assessments, formulating, monitoring, and managing plans for children with multi-agency partners to ensure good, timely outcomes. Operational Management:
Manage and prioritize cases as allocated by the line manager. Assess children and their families' needs and make appropriate recommendations for services to achieve agreed outcomes. Participate in the allocation of cases and accept cases allocated by the Team Manager. Liaise with other agency professionals as necessary to fulfill statutory duties. Fully engage in supervision and performance appraisal. Maintain good case records and write reports as required. Give evidence in court as necessary. Partnerships:
Commit to shared values and develop a culture of interagency working. Ensure multi-agency engagement in all assessment and planning processes. Plan and commission services for children and families. Liaise with colleagues and external agencies to gather relevant information. Work with individuals or groups to develop their potential. Understand and support the role of families and carers. Ensure all interventions improve outcomes for children. Make key decisions based on observation and professional judgment. Strategic Management:
Contribute to planning and development of services. Understand the importance of providing care during transitional periods. Identify transition points and provide appropriate support. Communications:
Advise clients on the Directorate's charging policies. Comply with Data Protection Legislation. Demonstrate good recording skills. Liaise with staff and participate in necessary placement or review panels. Promote participation in decision-making. Ensure all work remains focused on the needs of children. Use high-level communication skills to ensure positive outcomes. Undertake preventative work to reduce the need for care or accommodation. Systems and Information:
Maintain case records in line with Directorate procedures. Adhere to confidentiality and maintain appropriate boundaries. Safeguarding:
Complete assessments within timescales and develop care plans. Provide support to carers and encourage the development of support networks. Take necessary action regarding child safety. Investigate allegations of neglect or abuse. Prepare plans for children, including arrangements for Court orders. Person Specification
Qualifications
Fully qualified, accredited social work professional status (CQSW, DipSW, CSS, PQCCA). Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council. Grade K: Fully qualified, accredited social work professional status (CQSW, DipSW, CSS, PQCCA). Successfully passing Level 3 (competence based) Assessment. Other Requirements
Availability to work outside normal office hours when necessary. Ability to meet travel needs across the geographical area. Occupational Skills
Ability to communicate with children and young people at all levels. Undertake negotiation with families. Assess family circumstances and identify necessary resources. Multi-disciplinary working intervention with families. Presentation skills (written and oral). Ability to converse in accurate spoken English. Advocacy and care planning skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. IT skills for word processing and electronic communication. Recognize risk and take appropriate actions. Experience
Knowledge of good practice in child care. Knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and 2004. Some background experience in a social care setting. Work placement in a child care setting (degree course). Grade K: Knowledge of judicial processes and child protection/safeguarding procedures. Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in relevant field. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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