Social Worker for Vulnerable Families
6 days ago
We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Family Safeguarding Team at Cambridgeshire County Council.
Key Responsibilities- Handle intricate caseloads involving Child in Need, Children in need of Protection, Public Law Outline, and care proceedings.
- Focus on children up to 12 years old and collaborate with families to facilitate sustainable change.
- Apply a Motivational Interviewing approach to enhance outcomes for children.
- A relocation package up to £8,000 for qualified social workers.
- Eligibility for Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with defined benefits.
- Flexible contribution options and benefits including life cover and ill-health protection.
- Entitlement ranges from 28 to 31 days, with options to buy additional leave and take a career break.
- Maternity, paternity, adoption, and parental leave provisions.
- Access to diverse training opportunities and in-house resources.
- Flexible hours and remote work options available.
- Brand-new cars with insurance and maintenance included.
- Tax savings on new bikes.
- Bonus payments for successful social worker referrals.
- Access to discounts on various services and products.
- Recognition for outstanding performance.
- Hold a recognised professional Social Work qualification.
- Possess relevant specialist post-qualifying and/or post-graduate training.
- Hold a valid UK driver's license with the ability to work from various locations and travel countywide.
- Demonstrate proven knowledge and understanding of child development, parenting capacity, environmental factors, and risk and protective factors.
- Have knowledge of relevant safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance, and procedures.
- Exhibit the ability to maintain high-quality records, writing clear, concise, child-centred reports and plans.
- Demonstrate the ability to establish rapport and build relationships with children/young people and their families using a person-centred, strengths-based approach.
The salary for this role is approximately £40,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience. Additionally, you will receive a range of benefits, including a relocation package, pension scheme, and flexible working arrangements.
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