Childrens Social Worker

7 days ago


Oldham, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full time

Oldham Council is seeking dedicated and experienced Children's Social Workers to join our Safeguarding and Care Planning Teams. In this critical role, you will support children and families at different stages of their journey, with a focus on safeguarding, child protection, and court proceedings.

At Oldham, we are committed to systemic practice, building meaningful relationships with families, and continually improving how we work. We offer manageable caseloads, excellent professional development opportunities, and a clear progression pathway, ensuring you are supported and rewarded for your expertise.

Responsibilities

Manage complex safeguarding cases, working to protect children and promote their well-being.
Undertake statutory duties, including Child Protection planning, Child in Need assessments, and care proceedings.
Prepare and present high-quality reports and evidence for court, demonstrating a sound understanding of legal frameworks.
Build trusting relationships with children, families, and multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes.
Use systemic approaches to assess family dynamics and develop tailored support plans.
Participate in reflective supervision and learning opportunities to continually improve your practice.

Requirements

Experience: Proven experience in child protection, safeguarding, and court work.
Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
Skills: Strong assessment, communication, and decision-making skills.
Knowledge: A thorough understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and systemic approaches.
Checks: Five years of references and verification of employment history will be required.

Why Join Oldham?

Manageable Caseloads: We're investing in additional social workers to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
Professional Development: Access to extensive training, CPD opportunities, and a structured progression pathway.
Supportive Environment: Work within a reflective and collaborative team committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and families.
Systemic Practice: Be part of a council that values innovation and relationships, focusing on continuous improvement.

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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