Qualified Social Worker - Looked After Children Team

As a Qualified Social Worker in our Looked After Children Team, you will play a pivotal role in providing essential support and guidance to children in care, ensuring their safety, well-being, and long-term stability. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you will work to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people., * Undertake assessments and develop care plans for looked after children, tailored to their individual needs and circumstances.

• Provide direct support and intervention to children and young people in care, promoting their emotional, educational, and social development.

• Collaborate closely with foster carers, adoptive families, and other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for children in care.

• Advocate for the rights and needs of looked after children, ensuring their voices are heard and their views are taken into account in decision-making processes.

• Monitor and review the progress of looked after children, identifying any areas for additional support or intervention.

• Participate in court work when necessary

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, complying with relevant legislation and organizational policies.

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Qualified Social Worker looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of looked after children? Look no further! Our client, a not-for-profit organisation, is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our Looked After Children Team within the LAC Service., * Qualified Social Worker with relevant degree or diploma in social work.

• Registered with the appropriate regulatory body (e.g., Social Work England).

• Experience working with looked after children and or similar service.

• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to children in care.

Join our dynamic and dedicated team within Kingston-Upon-Thames and contribute to creating brighter futures for looked after children. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment that values and invests in the professional growth of our staff.