Company: SILVER BLUE SERVICES LTD t/a Springday Healthcare
Child protection: Identifying children at risk of abuse, neglect, exploitation or significant harm.
Assessments: Conducting child and family assessments to understand children's needs, risks and family circumstances.
Case management: Managing a caseload of children and families, maintaining accurate records and reviewing cases regularly.
Safeguarding plans: Developing and implementing child protection and family support plans.
Home visits: Visiting children and families to assess their safety and living conditions.
Multi-agency working: Collaborating with schools, police, healthcare professionals and other safeguarding agencies.
Court proceedings: Preparing reports, presenting evidence and contributing to care proceedings when required.
Family support: Working with parents and carers to improve parenting capacity and achieve positive outcomes for children.
Risk management: Identifying safeguarding concerns and taking appropriate action to protect children.
Permanence planning: Supporting decisions about children's long-term care, including reunification, kinship care or adoption where appropriate.
Child protection knowledge – Understanding child abuse, neglect, domestic abuse, exploitation and safeguarding procedures.Assessment skills – Ability to assess risks, identify needs and evaluate parental capacity.Communication skills – Communicating effectively with children, families and professionals.Analytical skills – Making informed decisions based on evidence and professional judgement.Report writing – Producing clear assessments, case notes, court reports and safeguarding plans.Case management – Managing competing priorities and maintaining accurate case records.Multi-agency collaboration – Working effectively with police, schools, health services and other agencies.Conflict resolution – Managing challenging situations and difficult conversations with families.Empathy and resilience – Showing compassion while maintaining professional boundaries.Time management – Meeting statutory deadlines and responding promptly to safeguarding concerns.Qualifications and experienceRecognized Social Work degree, DipSW or CQSW.Current registration with Social Work England.Experience in statutory children's social care.Knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and relevant safeguarding legislation.Experience undertaking Child Protection and Child in Need assessments.Understanding of looked-after children and care proceedings.Enhanced DBS clearance.Full driving license may be required.
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QSW Children & Family Safeguarding in Swindon employer: SILVER BLUE SERVICES LTD t/a Springday Healthcare
At Silver Blue Services Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values compassion and dedication in our Support Workers. Located in a supportive environment, we offer a collaborative work culture that fosters personal and professional growth, alongside comprehensive training opportunities to enhance your skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals while enjoying the benefits of a rewarding career in healthcare.
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