Social Worker

Social Worker focuses on to deliver the service in accordance with statutory responsibilities set out in the children act 1989 and other relevant legislation.

What the role involves

• To deliver the service in accordance with statutory responsibilities set out in the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation.
• To provide support, information and advice to families to help parents become more self-reliant.
• Preparing for supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation against the Children’s Social Work Framework.

Skills and requirements

• To prepare reports for courts and various meetings and to present to a variety of professionals in a variety of settings and may be required to attend to give evidence in legal pro.
• Maintain records on the core computer system as required.
• To maintain essential records, input.
• To attend team meetings and other meetings relevant to the work of the service group, as required by the Team Manager.

Candidate fit

• Ensure that continuous professional development is evidenced and maintained.
• To demonstrate a level of professional practice, ability, competency, skills, knowledge and behaviours which is outlined in the Children’s Social Worker Framework.

Additional role context

• To undertake assessment of children’s needs in accordance with Directorate policies and procedures.
• To undertake assessments of children’s needs and create effective plans which are renewed in a timely manner.
• To promote and safeguard the welfare of children.