Social Services Professional

1 month ago


Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom 5 Star Recruitment Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Social Worker to join our Family Safeguarding Teams in Somerset. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with adult-focused practitioners to inform assessments and plans, while also working with children and families who are experiencing challenges related to complex neglect, sexual harm, physical harm, and parental learning difficulties.

As a Social Worker in this role, you will have the opportunity to work with manageable caseloads, allowing you to be innovative and creative in your approach to direct work with children and young people. You will work with parents and the wider family network to support them in identifying strengths, tackling problems, and changing interactions and behaviors.

Our team is committed to providing a supportive and rewarding environment, with regular and reflective group and personal supervision. We are passionate about relationship-based social work and are looking for someone who shares our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with children and families who are experiencing challenges related to complex neglect, sexual harm, physical harm, and parental learning difficulties
  • Collaborate with adult-focused practitioners to inform assessments and plans
  • Work with parents and the wider family network to support them in identifying strengths, tackling problems, and changing interactions and behaviors
  • Provide direct work with children and young people to hear their voice and understand their experiences
  • Work with a caseload of manageable size, allowing for innovative and creative approaches to social work

Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
  • Experience working with children and families in social work, within a Local Authority team
  • Experience of work within family courts is essential
  • Passionate about relationship-based social work and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families
  • Competent IT user, able to use or learn to use LiquidLogic
  • Hold a full driving licence and have access to your own vehicle

What We Offer

  • A supportive and rewarding environment, with regular and reflective group and personal supervision
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • A flexible hybrid working arrangement, combining time spent with the team in the office with home working

Rate Information

Rate Type

Rate

Regular Pay

£28.19

Saturdays

£36.65

Sundays

£56.38

Bank Holidays

£42.29

Call Out (Weekday)

£42.29



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