Qualified Social Worker - LAC

Posted 04 May 2018
Salary Negotiable
LocationEast London
Job type Temporary
Discipline Social Care
Reference04/05/2018_1525422440
Contact NameFrankie Branch

Job description

Qualified Social Worker - LAC Team

Main responsibilities include:

  • To manage a caseload and associated administrative tasks in an efficient and effective manner.
  • To participate in team meetings to participate in emergency duty rota within specific role.
  • To participate in written recording, or using new technology where appropriate.
  • Respond to public and other agencies by telephone, correspondence and direct contact in order to provide a service within departmental priorities.
  • Liaise with relevant external agencies e.g. police, health authority etc.
  • Liaise with relevant colleagues in other Divisions and Council Departments.
  • To be responsible for individual client case planning in line with the professional standards of the Department.
  • To be active in implementing the Council's equal opportunities policy/in professional practice and service delivery.

Essential requirements:

  • A social work qualification (degree in social work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent recognised social work qualification
  • A background working with Looked After Children and/or Child Protection
  • Good working knowledge of the Children Act and other relevant legislation
  • Excellent communication skills

To find out more about this role, please email Frankie on the social care team: