Safeguarding Social Worker

4 weeks ago


Whittington Worcestershire, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full time

Safeguarding Social Worker

About the Company

Worcestershire County Council is a reputable organisation that is committed to safeguarding children. They have been rated 'Good' by Ofsted and are known for their skilled social workers who are dedicated to forming strong relationships with children and their families.

About the Role

The Senior Practitioner will be responsible for working with children who are subject to child protection plans, supporting families to address identified worries. The successful candidate will chair core groups and regularly assess families' progress. They will be skilled in undertaking parenting and risk assessments to inform future planning and timescales. They will initiate care proceedings when necessary and be part of a team that prides itself in adhering to the 26-week timescale in proceedings, ensuring children secure permanence promptly with appropriate plans.

Key Responsibilities

Support families in reducing risks and diverting from court proceedings wherever possible
Undertake parenting and risk assessments to inform future planning and timescales
Initiate care proceedings when necessary
Chair core groups and regularly assess families' progress
Ensure children secure permanence promptly with appropriate plansRequirements

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
Experience working with children and families
Experience working with child protection plans
Experience undertaking parenting and risk assessments
Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsHow to Apply

If you are a qualified Social Worker with experience in child protection plans and undertaking parenting and risk assessments, and are interested in this Senior Practitioner position, please apply now



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