Social Work Specialist

2 days ago


Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Essex County Council Full time

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Social Work Specialist to join our Children and Families Hub team. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in ensuring that children and young people receive the support they need to thrive.

With a salary of £36,101 - £48,622 per annum, this is an exciting opportunity for a skilled social worker to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families.

About the Role

This is a permanent, full-time position based in Colchester, where you will work closely with a large team of social workers and alternatively qualified staff to deliver excellent social work practice.

You will be responsible for bringing to bear the highest possible standards in social work practice, ability and skills, working in accordance with defined legal frameworks, policy and procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  1. To provide expert advice to professionals who have safeguarding concerns for children and undertake triage to establish whether there is an ongoing role for children's social care to assist parents in ensuring their child's safety.
  2. To bring to bear the highest possible standards in social work practice, ability and skills, working in accordance with defined legal frameworks, policy and procedures.

Requirements:

  • Diploma or degree in Social Work, CQSW, CSS or equivalent.
  • Registration with the Social Work England as a registered Social Worker.
  • Demonstrable capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards eg Professional Capability Framework (PCF), Knowledge & Skills Statement (KSS).


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