Senior Social Worker (England)

About the company

Our client is a large government local authority looking for a senior social worker to join there team.

Your tasks

To work closely with children, young people and their families, other staff within the service function and partner agencies to provide support and protection for children and young people in need and at risk. To promote a range of services which carry out statutory duties as required by legislation and guidance. To assess the needs of children, young people and families to plan and implement suitable multi-agency interventions and service provisions to meet need and review outcomes.

Act in a consultative role to less experienced social workers to ensure reflective practice in all single or multi-agency assessments, including the development of outcome focused plans. This will include supporting less experienced staff with court proceedings, chairing core group and multi agency meetings, and facilitating family group meetings.

Requirements

to be considered for this role it is essential that you are registered with HCPC and enhanced DBS and be registered with social work England.

Other

this is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right applicant.

PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35