At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to ensure effective safeguarding for adults in Medway.
- Company: Join a dedicated team within the UK Social Care industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives through impactful safeguarding practices.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with experience in safeguarding and team leadership.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker for the Adults Safeguarding Team within the UK Social Care industry in Medway.
About the Role: Collaborate with five Senior Social Workers and two Team Managers to provide strong and effective leadership. You will support our Social Workers, Social Care Officers, and Outreach Worker in delivering positive outcomes for the people of Medway through strengths-based practice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as a Designated Senior Officer for safeguarding concerns and S.42 enquiries.
- Ensure timely and robust responses to safeguarding issues, in line with policy, guidance, and legislation.
- Screen safeguarding referrals, make decisions on case progression, authorise safeguarding plans, ensure agreed actions are undertaken and enter accurate case notes in line with required timescales.
- Chair a range of safeguarding meetings.
- Maintain high standards of practice across the team, with a focus on making safeguarding personal.
- Support the Team Manager and Operations Manager in achieving key performance indicators.
- Work collaboratively with council colleagues and partner agencies to meet person-centred outcomes within budgetary constraints.
- Represent the local authority in key meetings, panels, and groups, ensuring follow-up on agreed actions.
- Promote adult safeguarding policies and processes both internally and externally to partners.
Qualified Social Worker - Adults Safeguarding in Medway employer: Ackerman Pierce Ltd
As a leading employer in the UK Social Care industry, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture in Medway. Our team-oriented environment encourages professional growth through continuous training and development opportunities, ensuring that our Qualified Social Workers can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of adults in need of safeguarding. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on strengths-based practice, we offer a rewarding career path for those dedicated to delivering positive outcomes in social care.
