Social Worker – Children With Disabilities Team
Job Title: Social Worker – Children With Disabilities Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children
Location: Brent, UK
Salary: £37.52 per hour
Type: Full Time Preferred / Part Time Considered (Ongoing)
Social Worker – Children With Disabilities Team within the Social Worker – Children team in Brent UK, earning £37.52 hourly. This exciting ongoing opportunity offers full-time preferred hours with part-time considered, allowing for flexibility around start and finish times.
Are you ready for a new and rewarding challenge? London Borough of Brent is looking for a Social Worker to join our Children With Disabilities Team at The Brent Civic Centre. This dynamic position offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. Alongside a competitive hourly rate, you will enjoy the flexibility that comes with locum roles, allowing you to balance your personal and professional life in a manner that works best for you.
Perks and benefits
- Full Time Preferred / Part Time Considered: Core hours are 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, with flexible options such as 8am-6pm across four days per week to suit your lifestyle.
- Hourly Pay: Receive a generous hourly rate of £37.52 that reflects your expertise and dedication.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements that help you effectively manage personal and professional commitments.
- Professional Development: Gain exposure to varied challenges and opportunities that will enhance your skills and experience.
- Experience Variety: Enjoy the benefits of locum work, expanding your professional network and broadening your expertise across different settings.
What you will do
- Carry out Core, pre-birth, and risk assessments to ensure the welfare of children.
- Conduct Section 47 child protection investigations to safeguard vulnerable individuals.
- Write statements and complete reports for court proceedings, representing the authority professionally.
- Give evidence in court, providing crucial insight and expertise to child welfare cases.
- Perform home visits to monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of children.
- Maintain up-to-date case recordings for accurate and thorough documentation.
- Convene and chair core group meetings, engaging with other professionals and stakeholders.
- Liaise effectively with colleagues and external partners for collaborative investigations and protection plans.
- Initiate and manage care proceedings, reviewing and implementing care plans as required.
- Supervise contact sessions, ensuring the best interests of the children are met.
- Prepare and present detailed case conference reports, attending key meetings and strategy discussions.
- Develop and oversee Child in Need plans, tailoring support as necessary.
Why Brent
Brent is one of London’s most diverse and vibrant boroughs, offering a unique blend of cultural richness, green spaces, and excellent amenities. With outstanding transport links, thriving communities, and a strong commitment to supporting children and families, Brent provides an excellent environment for professional growth and personal fulfilment. Enjoy the benefits of metropolitan living while making a meaningful impact within a welcoming and dynamic community.
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