Children's Social Worker Assessment Team

Randstad

  • Hereford
  • £36,363-40,777 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 11 hours ago
Social Worker - Assessment TeamContract: PermanentLocation: HerefordHours: 37 hoursSalary: £36,363 - £40,777 (plus market supplement of £5,000 per year)Relocation package up to: £10,000Welcome payment: £10,000Job SummaryHerefordshire Council is recruiting a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker for their Assessment Team, a crucial role in safeguarding children's well-being within the community. As part of a committed team, the successful candidate will deliver high-quality support and intervention through the following responsibilities:
  • Conduct thorough needs assessments for children and their families.
  • Develop and implement individualised care plans.
  • Collaborate effectively with professionals across education, healthcare, and social care sectors.
  • Champion the best interests of children, adhering to legal and ethical guidelines.
  • Maintain precise and current case documentation.
  • Contribute to case reviews and team meetings.
  • Offer support and guidance to families.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with relevant community organisations.
Benefits
  • Market rate supplement £5,000 per year added to your annual salary
  • Welcome payment £10,000 for experienced social workers joining our children's teams
  • Relocation packages: support of up to £10,000
  • Pension Scheme Enrolment in the Local Government (LGPS)
  • Protected time and budget to support social workers professional development to enhance their careers.
  • Clear pathways to progress to senior social worker level
  • Generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days plus bank holidays with the option to purchase an additional 10 days per annum
  • Flexible working options available including: flexi-time, job-share, part-time hours & home working
  • 24.7 assess to employee assistance programmes for support and counselling
  • Payment of professional membership fees
  • Access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits. This includes savings, cash back and discounts.
Requirements:
  • You will be fully qualified (SW Degree, DipSW, or equivalent social work qualification)
  • Hold a minimum of 3 years' recent experience in statutory social care and dedicated to delivering positive outcomes for our children.
  • You must be registered with Social Work England and you must have a full driving licence with access to a car.
  • Must be eligible to work in the UK
Why HerefordHerefordshire is a beautiful, historic county located in the heart of the Marches on the border with Wales with wealth of countryside, distinctive heritage, and lively and attractive market towns.Herefordshire prioritises child safety and development & are working in partnership with Leeds City Council, Herefordshire invests in staff training in relational practice to improve support for vulnerable children and families and strengthen regional partnerships.ApplyShare the Opportunity and Earn!Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them and earn a £300 referral bonus if they're successfully placed.To discuss this vacancy in more detail or if you'd be interested in hearing about similar opportunities please contactEthan Proud via: Mobile: 07384481925Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

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