Qualified Social Worker - Children in Care/ Leaving Care

Qualified Social Worker - Children in Care/Leaving Care Team

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you thrive in an environment that encourages innovation and offers consistent support and development opportunities?

Join our Clients innovative and dynamic Children in Care/Leaving Care Team, where the focus is on continuous improvement and quality of practice. This "Not-for-profit organisation" takea pride in providing our staff with the resources they need to excel. As a qualified Social Worker, you will benefit from ongoing support and supervision from our experienced and approachable management team. Additionally, you'll have access to our excellent training and development package, enabling you to enhance your skills and deliver the best outcomes for the children and young people in your care.

About the Role:

As a Social Worker in the Children in Care/Leaving Care Team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting children in long-term care, whether through Care Orders or Section 20 arrangements. Your responsibilities will include progressing long-term care planning, facilitating pathway planning, and supporting young people during their transition to adulthood. Working closely with families, foster carers, residential settings, and semi-independent settings, you will provide crucial assistance to meet the diverse needs of the children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize your knowledge and experience of statutory frameworks, policy and procedure, and best practice to ensure the highest quality of care and support.
• Demonstrate proficient IT skills to efficiently manage caseloads and data.
• Embrace a high level of determination, organizational skills, personal drive, energy, and ambition to achieve challenging targets and improve outcomes.
• Employ highly refined interpersonal skills to establish and maintain productive relationships with colleagues, partners, agencies, and, most importantly, young people and their families.
• Conduct assessments to identify the needs of children and devise appropriate intervention plans.
• Collaborate effectively with multi-agency networks to ensure holistic care and support for the children in your care.
• Handle court work under the Children Act 1989 & 2004 with professionalism and diligence.
• Strive towards achieving permanence for children, securing stable and nurturing environments for their development.
• Actively contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of our Children in Care Team.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Qualified Social Worker with a recognized professional qualification (e.g., BA Social Work, MA Social Work, DipSW).
• Current registration with Social Work England.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Social Worker who is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable children and young people. You should possess in-depth knowledge of statutory frameworks, policy, and best practices related to children in care. Your proficient IT skills and organizational abilities will enable you to manage a demanding workload effectively. Above all, you must have a genuine passion for achieving positive outcomes for the young people and families you support.

To apply for this position, please submit your updated CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and commitment to making a difference. For more info on this or any other Social Work opportunities in London, contact Callum Parr at Ackerman Pierce recruitment agency on 0208-103-3765