This social work role sits in the First Contact and Assessment team at Bracknell Forest Council, working with children and families from their earliest point of involvement. The core work is child-focused assessments that lead to outcome-focused plans, with a share of the duty system responding to child protection concerns. The team is based at Time Square, with at least three office days a week alongside flexible working arrangements. Social Work England registration and statutory children and families experience are needed to apply.
What the job involves
- Carry out needs-led, child-focused assessments that include outcome-focused plans
- Take part in the duty system responding to child protection concerns
- Make effective use of time and prioritise demand
- Take part in regular reflective supervision and set clear goals and intervention strategies
- Develop and maintain accurate case records in line with department policies, data protection and GDPR
- Promote listening to children so their views are heard, recorded and acted upon in a timely way
Qualifications
- Degree in Social Work or equivalent
- Successful completion of the ASYE programme
Registration & licences
- Social Work England registration
Experience
- Experience of children and families statutory social work
Skills & knowledge
- In-depth knowledge of the legal powers and key duties in safeguarding children and young people
Nice to have
- Post-qualifying training
- ABE training
- Motivational Interviewing training
- Significant experience of child protection and statutory children and families social work
What’s offered
- Flexible working arrangements
- Learning and development opportunities
- Regular reflective supervision
- Strong management oversight
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Social Worker - First Contact and Assessment Team in Bracknell employer: Bracknell Forest Council
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