Social Worker – Families First, Looked After Children or Adolescent Intervention (Permanent)
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Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Salary: £40,444 – £46,579 (dependent on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Pro Social Partners are working with Southend-on-Sea City Council to recruit permanent Social Workers across Families First, Looked After Children and Adolescent Intervention & Prevention teams.
The Role
- Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans.
- Undertake Section 47 enquiries, assessments and direct work with children and families.
- Prepare reports and present at child protection conferences and core group meetings.
- Work closely with partner agencies to reduce risk and improve outcomes for children.
- Keep children's voices at the centre of all assessment and planning.
About You
- A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration.
- Experience within Children's Social Care.
- Sound knowledge of Working Together to Safeguard Children and statutory processes.
- Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
Why Southend-on-Sea City Council?
- Choice of three teams.
- Regular reflective supervision and strong management support.
- Ongoing training and CPD to support your career progression.
- A permanent role with job security and local government pension scheme.
Social Worker - Families First / LAC / Adolescents | Southend in Southend-on-Sea employer: Pro Social Partners
Pro Social Partners is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation in the social care sector. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities while working in the vibrant London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, where your contributions will directly impact the community. Join us to lead meaningful initiatives like the Willow Programme, where your expertise will shape the future of social work.
