We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Social Worker to join our Assessment Team in Middlesbrough. You will play a crucial role in conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families, providing expert advice and recommendations to inform decisions about the level of support needed. You will be a key member of the team, contributing to the provision of high-quality assessment services and ensuring that children and families receive the right support at the right time.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families, utilising a range of assessment tools and methodologies. This involves working directly with families, schools, and other relevant agencies to gather information.
Develop detailed and well-supported assessment reports that clearly articulate the child's or family's needs and risks. This requires excellent writing and analytical skills and attention to detail.
Make informed recommendations based on your assessment findings, providing clear guidance on appropriate interventions. This will involve considering a range of factors and using professional judgement to determine the most appropriate course of action.
Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to case discussions and contributing to decisions about appropriate levels of support. This requires strong communication and collaboration skills.
Liaise effectively with other professionals, including social workers, health visitors, educational psychologists, and police, sharing assessment findings and contributing to collaborative working.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, adhering to all relevant legislation and professional guidelines. This involves meticulous record-keeping, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations. You will be expected to use the Council's electronic case management system.
Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the team's services. This involves participating in regular supervision and contributing to team meetings.
Participate in regular supervision and training opportunities.
Essential Criteria:
A recognised Social Work qualification.
Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council .
Significant post-qualifying experience in children's social work.
Proven experience conducting comprehensive child and family assessments.
Excellent assessment, analytical, and report writing skills.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable Criteria:
Experience working within a specialist assessment service.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and policy frameworks (e.g., Children Act 1989).
Experience with case management software.
Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate of £27.56.
[Mention other benefits such as: opportunities for professional development, supportive team environment, employee assistance programs, pension scheme (if applicable), etc.]
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Randstad 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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Job Title: Social Worker - Assessment Team
Hourly Rate: £27.56
Location: Middlesbrough
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Social Worker to join our Assessment Team in Middlesbrough. You will play a crucial role in conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families, providing expert advice and recommendations to inform decisions about the level of support needed. You will be a key member of the team, contributing to the provision of high-quality assessment services and ensuring that children and families receive the right support at the right time. ...
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families, utilising a range of assessment tools and methodologies. This involves working directly with families, schools, and other relevant agencies to gather information.
Develop detailed and well-supported assessment reports that clearly articulate the child's or family's needs and risks. This requires excellent writing and analytical skills and attention to detail.
Make informed recommendations based on your assessment findings, providing clear guidance on appropriate interventions. This will involve considering a range of factors and using professional judgement to determine the most appropriate course of action.
Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to case discussions and contributing to decisions about appropriate levels of support. This requires strong communication and collaboration skills.
Liaise effectively with other professionals, including social workers, health visitors, educational psychologists, and police, sharing assessment findings and contributing to collaborative working.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, adhering to all relevant legislation and professional guidelines. This involves meticulous record-keeping, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations. You will be expected to use the Council's electronic case management system.
Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the team's services. This involves participating in regular supervision and contributing to team meetings.
Participate in regular supervision and training opportunities.
Essential Criteria:
A recognised Social Work qualification.
Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council .
Significant post-qualifying experience in children's social work.
Proven experience conducting comprehensive child and family assessments.
Excellent assessment, analytical, and report writing skills.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Desirable Criteria:
Experience working within a specialist assessment service.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and policy frameworks (e.g., Children Act 1989).
Experience with case management software.
Benefits:
Competitive hourly rate of £27.56.
[Mention other benefits such as: opportunities for professional development, supportive team environment, employee assistance programs, pension scheme (if applicable), etc.]
Apply
Randstad 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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experience
Children services
skills
be able to manage challenging situations,be person centred,can work as an individual or part of a team,caring,competent at dealing with all stakeholders,critical thinking,emotional intelligence,empathy,handling medication,non-judgemental,oral communication,organisational,passionate,patience,report writing (incident logs and daily plans etc),resilient,show initiative,time management,tolerance,understanding,work well under pressure,written communication
qualifications
university
education
BA in social work
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