Qualified Social Worker - Children In Need Team -
Are you a Qualified Social Worker with two years post qualifying experience in childrens services ?
Is your passion to provide & support vulnerable children and ensure their safety comes first ?
Are you looking for a permanent move that offers you a career rather than just a job ? It's also a fantastic authority and location to work in !
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If you've answered yes to the above then read on, we may just have the perfect job for you !
Randstad Care are looking to recruit x4 Qualified Social Workers with experience of working in a front-line, Children In Need team. We are working, exclusively, with Pembrokeshire County Council to recruit experienced & hard working social workers for their CIN team that is now well established in the county. We will be looking to recruit individuals who have previously worked within a similar setting and therefore have the ability to support vulnerable children & young people to ensure they are as safe as can be. The team was first established in 2011 to provide a a clear pathway for children in need and children requiring protection. You'll be receiving referrals from the childcare assessment team. The team manages all children that are subject to Child protection plans and court proceedings.
In return we can offer -
Salary - £29,577 - £33,782 (Grade 8)
37 hours a week are preferable although applicants who are looking for reduced hours will also be considered.
Fantastic pension contributions - 17%
£3,000 Golden hello ( upon successfully completing a 6 month probation period).
£8,000 Relocation package ( made available to those who don't currently live within the county... this can also be contributed to a rental agreement).
Protected case loads for 12 months.
Dedicated social work assistants to help support you in your new job.
Free on-site parking.
Great support network of experienced QSW's and Management.
Job responsibilities -
1. To undertake initial and core assessments in compliance with the Assessment Framework
2. To develop care plans and support packages
3. To undertake statutory duties in respect of children looked after
4. To undertake duties in respect of children on the Child Protection Register
5. To undertake duties in respect of other Children In Need
6. To undertake care proceedings
7. To input data onto Care First
8. To undertake any other tasks as required
9. To work within the framework of All Wales Child Protection procedures and Pembrokeshire Child Care Procedures.
10. When two years post qualified, undertake to qualify and take the role of practice assessor and/or practice facilitator for social work students on placement.
Personal specifications -
1. Social work qualification
2. Registered as a social worker with the Care Council for Wales
3. A thorough working knowledge of the Microsoft suite of software
4. Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills
5. Ability to listen to and communicate sensitively with customers
6. To be able to represent the department positively through attitude, role and actions, and be able to demonstrate a commitment to anti oppressive practices and equal opportunities
7. Experience of child care and related work
8. Practical knowledge of the relevant Children Acts, related guidance, and the framework for the assessment of Children In Need and their families.
9. Valid driving licence
10. Ability to make positive use of supervision
11. Ability to maintain accurate and up to date records
12. Ability to co-work with colleagues and promote multi-agency working
13. Ability to work well in a team setting
14. Be a qualified practice assessor or prepared to undertake training.
If this sounds like an opportunity that you'd like to discuss further or apply for then please don't hesitate to get in touch with us to talk through the opportunity in further depth. Please forward on an up to date CV or call me on 02920 877510 ( option 2).
Randstad Care are the leading health care agency in the UK with over 20 offices nationwide. We have been based in Cardiff for over 10 years and have extensive local market knowledge. Along with a dedicated consultant, you will also be provided with free in-house training and have the opportunity to work with the 2nd largest recruitment organisation in the World. We supply to an extensive list of private, voluntary and charitable organisations on a full, part time and permanent basis. Randstad Care have recently been awarded master vendor status with the Welsh Purchasing Consortium and are now the exclusive supplier to local authorities across Wales. Please call today for personal, professional advice from one of our dedicated consultants.
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.