Social Worker - Locality Team, Pontefract WF8

JOB-20240819-db742659

Social Worker - Locality TeaminPontefract,earning£35per hour,Ongoing

Jump into an exhilarating adventure as a Social Worker within the Locality Team in Pontefract. This ongoing full-time position offers you the chance to work in a dynamic environment where every day is unique and impactful. As a Social Worker specialising in statutory social work intervention for children and families, you will be making a real difference in the community while earning£35 per hour.

Perks and benefits:

- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility of an hourly rate allowing you to manage your time and commitments effectively while ensuring a stable income.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from the flexibility of locum work, enabling a fulfilling career that fits around your life.
- Professional Growth: Join a supportive team that values continuous professional development and encourages you to reach your full potential.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse range of professionals, broadening your horizons and skills.

What you will do:

- Handle a diverse caseload of children and families requiring statutory social work intervention, ensuring each case is managed with care and precision.
- Conduct thorough assessments and reviews to develop effective plans that safeguard children and promote their wellbeing.
- Engage with children under Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children processes, fulfilling statutory responsibilities diligently.
- Carry out safeguarding enquiries to address concerns about the safety or welfare of a child swiftly and effectively.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with children, young people, and families to foster positive, long-lasting change.
- Collaborate with partner agencies such as health, education, housing, and police to coordinate comprehensive support and services.
- Prepare detailed, high-quality reports for child protection conferences, reviews, and court proceedings when needed.
- Maintain accurate and timely case recordings according to local authority policies and professional standards.
- Ensure the views, wishes, and lived experiences of children and young people are at the heart of all assessments and planning.
- Engage in supervision, training, and continuous professional development to uphold and exceed high practice standards.

Working inPontefractoffers not just a job but a lifestyle surrounded by rich history and vibrant community spirit. Nestled in the heart of Yorkshire, Pontefract boasts beautiful landscapes and a welcoming atmosphere, making it a fantastic place to live and work. Embrace this opportunity to make a profound difference in people's lives while enjoying the charm and beauty of Pontefract.

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