ASET Team SP - Adolescent, safeguarding and exploitation team

Location: Durham County CouncilSalary: £33.41 per hourEmployment Type: Temporary, Full-Time

Job Overview:

The Senior Practitioner in ASET works with adolescents at risk of exploitation and abuse, including CSE, CCE, and modern slavery. You will manage complex cases, conduct risk assessments, develop safeguarding plans, and collaborate with other agencies to ensure young people's safety and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Oversee caseloads, develop care plans, and assess risks.

• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work with police, health services, education, and other agencies.

• Direct Work with Adolescents: Build relationships, provide support, and help young people make informed decisions.

• Risk Assessment: Regularly review and update safeguarding plans.

• Court Support: Prepare reports and provide evidence for legal proceedings.

• Supervision: Mentor junior staff and provide professional guidance.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Social Work Qualification (e.g., BA, MA, DipSW).

• Social Work England Registration.

• At least 2 years' experience in child protection or safeguarding.

• Knowledge of safeguarding laws and procedures.

Benefits:

• £33.41 per hour.

• Flexible working options.

• Ongoing training and development.

• Local Government Pension Scheme.

If you're passionate about safeguarding vulnerable young people, apply now to join our dedicated team!

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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