Social Worker – Duty & Assessment Team
- Bradford
- £35.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- You will be a part of the Bradford Children and Families Trust, which offers a flexible hybrid working model.
- Though there might be specific days when you need to be in the office, the majority of your time is your own, giving you the freedom to structure your days for optimum productivity and work-life balance.
- Not only does this role enhance your professional development, but it also allows for a diverse work environment where no two days feel the same.
- Moreover, working as a locum gives you the freedom to choose assignments, allowing you to diversify your experience, broaden your skills, and bolster your CV.
- Finally, relish the vibrant cultural scene of Bradford, a city renowned for its historical architecture and the scenic beauty of the surrounding Yorkshire countryside.
- Promptly respond to new referrals from the public, professionals, and partner agencies.
- Conduct Child and Family Assessments, Section 17 (children in need) assessments, and Section 47 enquiries (child protection).
- Apply evidence-based tools such as Signs of Safety and strengths-based approaches.
- Determine immediate risks and safety plans, escalating when required to strategy discussions or legal planning.
- Identify children at immediate or ongoing risk of harm, taking swift protective action in collaboration with other services.
- Initiate and participate in multi-agency strategy meetings and child protection conferences.
- Undertake pre-proceedings work and contribute to legal planning as needed.
- Prepare cases for transfer to longer-term teams once the initial assessment phase is concluded.
- Maintain clear, concise, and analytical case records, chronologies, and assessments in accordance with statutory and local authority procedures.
- Prioritise workload using professional judgement in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment.
- Write reports for court proceedings and attend court to represent the local authority when necessary.
- Contribute to the development of care plans and permanency plans.
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