Social Worker - Children In Care Team, South West England

JOB-20240819-db742659
Social Worker - Children In Care Team

Specialism:Children's Social Care - Children in Care
Location:East Cornwall (Liskeard), UK
Salary:£35.37 per hour
Contract Type:Locum | Ongoing
Working Pattern:Part Time / Full Time
Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experiencedSocial Workerto join theChildren In Care TeaminEast Cornwall (Liskeard). This is anongoing locum positionoffering acompetitive hourly rate of£35.37, withflexible part-time or full-time working options.

You will be joiningCornwall Council's Children and Family Services, working in a supportive and well-established team that offersregular reflective supervisionand anexcellent training package. This role provides the perfect balance between professional challenge and quality of life in one of the UK's most beautiful regions.
Perks and Benefits

• Part Time / Full Time:Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Competitive Hourly Rate:Earn£35.37 per hourfor your expertise.
• Outstanding Training Package:Access continuous professional development in a high-quality learning environment.
• Supportive Team Culture:Work within a stable and experienced team with strong management support and reflective supervision.
• Excellent Work-Life Balance:Enjoy working in one of the UK's most scenic and relaxing locations.
• Locum Flexibility:Maintain control over your career while gaining valuable experience.

What You Will Do

• Hold a caseload ofChildren in Care, ensuring high-quality care planning and permanency planning.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding ofchild developmentand applysafeguarding legislationeffectively.
• Completecomprehensive assessments, develop and reviewcare plans, and ensure children's welfare remains central.
• Managecomplex casesand work collaboratively with multi-agency partners.
• Build meaningful, trusting relationships withchildren, families, carers, and professionals.
• Advocate for children'sbest interestsin all settings, including court and statutory reviews.
• Preparehigh-quality reportsfor reviews, legal proceedings, and planning meetings.
• Use soundprofessional judgement, emotional resilience, and problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations.
• Promoteequality, diversity, and culturally competent practice.
• Maintain accurate and timely records using the council's case management systems.
• Engage fully inreflective supervision, training, and continuous professional development.

What We're Looking For
Essential

• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent) andregistered with Social Work England.
• Experience working inChildren's Social Care, particularly withChildren in Care.
• Strong knowledge ofchild development, safeguarding, and relevant legislation.
• Proven ability to managecomplex casesand produce high-quality assessments and reports.
• Excellentcommunication, organisation, and time managementskills.
• Commitment tochild-centred, strengths-based, and inclusive practice.

Desirable

• Experience working within aChildren in Care or Looked After Children team.
• Court work and care planning experience.
• Knowledge of Cornwall Council procedures and systems.

Why Cornwall?

East Cornwall, particularlyLiskeard, offers a unique lifestyle witheasy access to both stunning coastline and countryside. With its beautiful landscapes, welcoming communities, and relaxed pace of life, Cornwall is the perfect place to combine a rewarding career with exceptional quality of life.
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