Qualified Social Worker

Posted 13 May 2024
Salary £38 - £40 per hour
LocationCheshire
Job type Contract
Discipline Social Care
ReferenceMikeala_1715588902
Contact NameMikeala Osborn

Job description

Our client, Cheshire East Council, is looking for a Qualified Social Worker, to join their Cared for Children Service.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assess the need for social work service including the identification of risk and the need for protection and determine the method of intervention.
  • Decide or advise on the use of appropriate Children's Social Care Services and/or other resources.
  • Liaise and negotiate with other professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure that the best possible service is provided for children and their families.
  • Manage an allocated workload within individual and group priorities and Authority policies.
  • Comply with the statutory obligations of the Service.
  • Maintain appropriate records of work undertaken and carry out required administrative procedures.
  • Prepare for and attend supervision sessions and staff meetings and make use of all available training and developmental opportunities.
  • Contribute to the evaluation and development of services and new ideas by sharing knowledge about theory, skills and practice with other Children's Social Care staff, professional groups and interested bodies.
  • Supervise, assess and contribute to the development of students and other staff.

Benefits of working with Remedy

  • A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
  • Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
  • Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed.
  • Double payrolls each week.

*Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.