At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and families through assessments and intervention strategies.
- Company: Join a dedicated team in Stratford-upon-Avon focused on making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training allowance, and ongoing support for your career.
- Other info: Opportunities for growth and nationwide placements available.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the lives of children and families every day.
- Qualifications: Recognised Social Work qualification and experience in Children's Social Care.
The predicted salary is between 44075 - 44075 Β£ per year.
Overview: Social Worker β Stratford Family Help Team (Duty & Assessment or Support & Intervention).
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon.
Salary: Β£44,075 per annum.
Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a qualified and experienced Social Worker to join the Children and Families Service within the Stratford Family Help Team. Opportunities are available within both the Duty & Assessment Pod and the Support & Intervention Pod. The role supports children, young people, and families through relationship-based practice, with ongoing supervision and professional development provided.
Responsibilities
- Duty & Assessment Pod: Undertaking Child and Family Assessments; Managing referrals and completing timely decisions regarding risk and need; Working with children and young people aged 0β18; Assessing and responding to safeguarding concerns; Completing Child in Need Plans; Working in partnership with families to identify strengths and areas requiring support; Liaising with schools, health professionals, police, and partner agencies.
- Support & Intervention Pod: Holding longer-term child protection and Child in Need cases; Managing Children in Care cases; Undertaking permanence planning and adoption work; Completing Public Law Outline (PLO) work; Preparing court reports and attending court proceedings; Developing and reviewing care plans; Supporting families to achieve sustainable positive change and improved outcomes.
Candidate Requirements
- A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent)
- Current Social Work England registration
- Experience of working within Children's Social Care
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and safeguarding procedures
- The ability to manage a complex caseload effectively
- Strong assessment, report-writing, and communication skills
- The ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and professional partners
Benefits
- Dedicated consultant with extensive social work recruitment experience
- Β£250 training allowance
- Excellent pay and employment packages
- Nationwide opportunities within local authorities and public sector organisations
- Twice-weekly payroll service
- Ongoing compliance and onboarding support
Contact Details:
Service Care Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Social Worker in Nuneaton
Child and Family Assessments
Risk Assessment
Safeguarding Procedures
Child in Need Plans
Relationship-Based Practice
Report Writing
Communication Skills