Social Worker

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Full time
Location: Luton
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Job offered by: Connect2Socialwork
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Category:
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of The Children in Luton?

Connect2socialwork are urgently looking for a Social Worker to join their great Safeguarding team with a pay rate up to £38 an hour on a locum basis.

The benefits of this Social Worker role:

Hybrid working

Supportive team to work in

Laptop and training provided

Low case load

Job Description:

Complete clear, accurate and holistic professional assessments of need and risk in respect of children and families using the Department of Education and Luton's effective support document for children in need and potential significant harm. Taking the lead role to co-ordinate the multi-agency approach to prevent and address child protection issues and children in need.

Undertake statutory duties under The Children Act 1989 and other legislation and guidance relating to children and families e.g. care proceedings, arrangements for adoption/permanency, risk assessments and investigations in relation to the protection of children. Including arrangements for obtaining and carrying out Court Orders, attending court as the Council's representative.

Creating effective SMART plans referring to the Practice Framework, using the appropriate available resources ensuring needs are met through negotiation and consultation with professional colleagues and service users. Promote anti-discriminatory practice and the empowerment of children and families.

Build positive relationships with children and their families through promoting participation and undertaking direct work to ensure that their voices, wishes and feelings are heard.

Update and maintain high quality and accurate case files in the council's social work database, Liquid Logic, ensuring that all key information and plans are recorded within timescales and comply with General Data Protection Regulations.

Provide witness statements for Court when required, accountable to the requirements of both internal/external agencies in line with Luton Borough Council Policies and Procedures.

To be responsible for your Continued Professional Development (CPD) and progression through regular check-ins and supervisions. Attending training through the Social Work Academy and Research in Practice.

Requirements as a Social Worker include:

SWE Registration

Eligible to work in the UK

Drive and have access to a car

Post-qualified experience

Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

About Connect2SocialWork:

Connect2SocialWork is wholly owned by Kent County Council. In addition to our links with KCC, we have managed services in place with Hampshire County Council, Luton Borough Council, Surrey County Council, Dudley Metropolitan Council and Dorset Council. We also provide available work with the majority of the local authorities nationwide. Our commitment to you is we will work proactively and tirelessly to market you until we find you that perfect role.

All posts are subject to satisfactory DBS check and references. Terms and conditions apply.

If you are interested in this role or would like to hear about other opportunities please get in contact today on (phone number removed) or email me (url removed).

Connect2Socialwork

is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

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