Child Protection Specialist

1 week ago


Oldham, Oldham, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full time
Job Title: Family Support Practitioner

Estimated Annual Salary: £38,624

About the Role

Austin Fraser is seeking a dedicated and professional Social Worker to join our Permanence team. The successful candidate will focus on ensuring the long-term stability and well-being of children who cannot be looked after by their parents.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Review case notes, liaise for additional information, and evaluate support for newly qualified social workers.
  2. Undertake assessments of support needs and develop Care & Support Plans for Service Users, Carers, and Families.
  3. Produce, deliver, evaluate, and update Care & Support Plans to resolve social care, health, and well-being difficulties.
  4. Proactively handle Safeguarding issues and follow relevant policies and procedures.
  5. Identify, assess, and manage risks, and respond to crisis situations with appropriate legal intervention.
  6. Maintain high data quality on social care systems and ensure confidentiality of personal information.
  7. Participate in formal and reflective supervision sessions and professional development activities.
Requirements:
  • Social Work degree or equivalent recognised Social Work Qualification.
  • Experience in accurate assessments and producing Care & Support Plans.
  • Experience in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver social work services.
  • In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, codes of practice, and equalities and diversity issues.
  • Willingness to undertake additional qualifications and travel independently across Oldham.
Benefits:
  • Competitive pay with a £2,000 retention payment.
  • Free town centre parking.
  • Essential car user allowance of £500* and mileage expenses at 45p per mile.
  • Reimbursement of Social Work England professional registration fees.
  • Generous relocation package of up to £8,000.
  • 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days.
  • Defined benefit pension scheme with AVC option for additional retirement savings.
  • Discounted gym membership and staff discount scheme.
  • Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle to Work.
  • Wellbeing support, including an Employment Assistance Programme.
  • Hybrid working options.


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