Youth Welfare Specialist

1 month ago

Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom Randstad Full time

Position: Youth Welfare Specialist
Location: Leicestershire
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Us:
Randstad is a forward-thinking organization dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families within our community. We are currently in search of a committed and enthusiastic Youth Welfare Specialist to become a part of our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) team. The MASH team is integral to early intervention and the coordination of services aimed at protecting children who may be at risk.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform thorough evaluations of incoming referrals to assess risk levels and determine suitable actions.
  • Collaborate with partner organizations, including law enforcement, healthcare, and educational professionals, to collect information and create comprehensive intervention strategies.
  • Offer timely and suitable assistance to children and families, ensuring their perspectives and preferences are acknowledged and valued.
  • Engage in joint investigations and attend multi-agency meetings to formulate coordinated responses to safeguarding issues.
  • Communicate with external organizations and service providers to facilitate access to necessary support services and resources for children and families in need.
  • Keep precise and current case records, documentation, and reports in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
  • Actively participate in the ongoing enhancement of MASH processes and practices, contributing to team meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work or a related discipline.
  • Registration with Social Work England (SWE) or an equivalent professional body.
  • Prior experience in a children's social work environment, ideally within a MASH or similar multi-agency context.
  • Strong understanding of child protection laws, policies, and procedures, with the capability to apply this knowledge effectively in practice.
  • Excellent assessment and analytical abilities, with the capacity to make informed decisions in complex and challenging scenarios.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster positive relationships with children, families, colleagues, and partner organizations.
  • Dedication to professional growth and continuous learning, with a strong desire to enhance outcomes for children and families.

Randstad Care operates as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent roles with clients. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made based on merit alone.

Randstad Care has been recognized as a participant in the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS, enabling us to provide more opportunities within nursing, midwifery, and clinical staffing.

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