To hold and manage a varied caseload reflecting the function of the Team in accordance with procedure, guidelines and legislation.
To identify and assess levels of risk and need, and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need and/or looked after.
To maintain an up to date assessment, care plan and reviews for all cases
To maintain accurate, up to date, and relevant case recordings and any other records as specified in departmental guidance and procedures utilising tools such as Frameworki as appropriate.
To contribute through team meetings and organisational events to the development of the service.
Attend supervision regularly having actively prepared.
To take responsibility for reporting of risk properly through the line management structure.
Ensure that expenditure on cases is properly authorised and recorded.
Ensure that reports are up to date, of a high quality and submitted according to appropriate timescales.
Work co-operatively with colleagues and in partnership across agency boundaries.
To attend a range of meetings including child protection case conference meetings and court hearings to represent the department.
To undertake direct work with children, young people and their families in line with agreed care plans.
To be responsible for all data on allocated cases:

data entry on Frameworki and any other electronic tools or database
ensure data is kept up to date and accurate at all times
data required for specific PIs/targets, etc is entered in a timely way
to be responsible for the accuracy of data and be able to validate own data reliably

To maintain and develop up to date knowledge and relevant skills through training.
To carry out all work within an equal opportunities framework.
These activities may be varied from time to time to meet the changing needs of the service and its client group.
The post holder reports directly to and will be supervised by the Deputy Service Manager/Service Manager
The post holder will maintain regular supervision through regular meetings and briefings in line with the Department's supervision policy.

Qualified Social Worker - C&F Unaccompanied Minors Team