Children's Social Worker

3 weeks ago


Kendal, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Westmorland & Furness Council are seeking passionate and experienced Children & Families Social Workers to join their Support and Protect Team. With two positions based in Kendal and one in Penrith, this is an opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of children and families across the region.

As a valued member of our team, you'll provide essential support, guidance, and intervention to help safeguard children and achieve positive outcomes. Join us in creating safe, nurturing environments where families can thrive.

Responsibilities

Safeguard Children: Undertake statutory duties, including Child in Need, Child Protection, and court proceedings.
Collaborate with Families: Build strong, trusting relationships with children and their families to assess needs and develop effective care plans.
Case Management: Handle complex cases with confidence, ensuring timely and proportionate interventions.
Multi-Agency Working: Partner with other professionals to deliver comprehensive and coordinated support.
Focus on Outcomes: Work towards meaningful, sustainable improvements in the lives of children and families.

Requirements

Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
Experience: Proven track record in statutory children's social work, including safeguarding and court processes.
Skills: Excellent communication, risk assessment, and decision-making skills.
Knowledge: Thorough understanding of relevant legislation, guidance, and best practices.
Personal Attributes: A proactive, compassionate, and resilient professional committed to achieving the best outcomes for children.

Why Join Us?

A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Access to professional development and training opportunities.
The chance to work in the beautiful surroundings of Westmorland & Furness, with excellent work-life balance opportunities.
Make a genuine difference in a role that has a lasting impact on the lives of children and families.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on (phone number removed) or email me your CV - (url removed)

If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350.

The benefits of working with SCS:

A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per referral placed in to work
An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
Payroll service twice a week.
Ltd and PAYE payment options available.
Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge



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