Social Worker - Assessment Team, Barking

JOB-20240819-db742659
Social Worker - Assessment Team

Job Specialism:Social Worker - Children's / Assessment Team
Location:Barking&Dagenham, UK
Pay Rate:£37.52 per hour
Contract Type:Locum
Contract Length:Ongoing
Working Pattern:Part Time / Full Time (Flexible Hours)
Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experiencedSocial Workerto join theChildren's Assessment Team in Barking&Dagenham. Thisongoing locum roleoffers an excellent hourly rate of£37.52 per hour, withpart-time or full-time optionsandflexible working hours.

Core hours are9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, however the service offers flexibility around start and finish times. This could include patterns such as8am-6pm over four days,8am-4pm,9am-6pm, and other variations to suit your lifestyle.Part-time working is also considered.

This is a front-line statutory role where you will work with children and families at the point of referral, completing high-quality assessments and taking decisive action to safeguard children.
Perks and Benefits

• Part Time / Full Time:Choose the working pattern that fits your lifestyle.
• Hourly Pay:Earn£37.52 per hour, giving you flexibility and control over your income.
• Flexible Working Hours:Core hours 9am-5pm with flexible start and finish times (e.g. 8am-6pm over 4 days, 8am-4pm, 9am-6pm, etc).
• Supportive Team Environment:Work within a well-established and supportive children's services team.
• Professional Development:Access ongoing learning and development opportunities to enhance your practice.
• Modern Working Environment:Benefit from good systems and facilities that support high-quality social work.

What You Will Do

• Undertakeinitial and statutory assessmentsof children and families.
• Manage cases throughCare Proceedingswhen required.
• Take cases toInitial Child Protection Case Conferences.
• Complete assessments using theSingle Assessment Framework.
• Undertakecare planningand provide appropriate signposting to families.
• Completerisk assessmentsand write high-quality reports for conferences and court.
• Participate in and contribute tomulti-agency case conferences and meetings.
• PrepareSection 17 reportsand other documentation for Family Court.
• Draftinitial court statementsand apply forEmergency Care Orderswhere necessary.
• Attend court and provide professional evidence.
• Undertakehome visitsto monitor situations and safeguard children.
• Chair and contribute tomulti-disciplinary meetingsto coordinate intervention plans.

Requirements
Essential

• Qualified Social Worker withSocial Work England registration.
• Experience working in aChildren's Assessment / Front Door / Safeguarding Team.
• Strong knowledge ofChildren Act legislation, safeguarding procedures, and care proceedings.
• Ability to producehigh-quality assessments, reports, and court documentation.
• Confident working infast-paced, high-demand environments.

Why Barking&Dagenham?

Barking&Dagenham offers a fantastic mix ofstrong community spirit and London connectivity. With excellent transport links, green spaces, and ongoing regeneration, it's a vibrant and evolving borough. You'll enjoy a supportive working environment while being part of a community-focused authority that is committed to improving outcomes for children and families.
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