- Role: Children's Social Worker
- Service Area: Children in Need (CIN) / Family Support
- Location: City of Doncaster Council
- Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour
- Contract: Full-Time, Dedicated Maternity Cover (Interim)
- Working Pattern: Hybrid / Flexible (Home, Office & Community Visits)
Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker seeking contract stability, a structured caseload, and a collaborative team culture?
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Social Worker to join City of Doncaster Council to provide Maternity Cover within their Children in Need (CIN) Team. This post offers fantastic long-term security, allowing you to build meaningful, lasting relationships with families while supporting children to achieve positive outcomes.
Key Perks of the Role
- Contract Security: Benefit from a predictable, long-term interim contract covering a planned maternity leave.
- Competitive Pay: Secure an attractive locum rate of £35.00 per hour.
- Flexible Working: Work flexibly with a practical hybrid setup that allows for home-based report writing alongside community visits.
- Manageable Caseload: Step into a well-organized caseload with clear care plans and supportive management oversight.
Core Responsibilities
- Outcome-Focused Case Management: Hold responsibility for a caseload of children and families subject to Child in Need plans and family support interventions.
- Child & Family Assessments: Complete detailed Care Act / statutory single assessments that capture the voice of the child and identify key family strengths and needs.
- Multi-Agency Coordination: Chair CIN planning meetings and collaborate effectively with education, health, and voluntary sector partners to deliver wrap-around support.
- Promoting Permanence & Safety: Implement early help strategies and preventive interventions to support children staying safely within their family networks.
Candidate Requirements
- Professional Registration: Qualified Social Worker with active Social Work England (SWE) registration.
- Statutory Experience: Demonstrable post-ASYE experience within statutory Children's Services (specifically CIN, Safeguarding, or Family Support teams).
- Core Skills: Strong analytical report-writing, excellent relationship-building abilities, and sound knowledge of the Children Act 1989.
- Mobility: Full UK driving licence with access to a car for visits across Doncaster.
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated Social Worker ready to step into a rewarding maternity cover post in Doncaster, submit your application today!
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