Carry a number of complex cases including care proceedings and make assessments of need, plan appropriate resources and monitor and review in line with the policy framework.  Liaise with other agencies in providing effective childrens services to individuals and families and develop effective partnership working.  To provide informal support to less experienced and qualified SW's in the team and to contribute to on the job training in relation to team policies and procedures and induction arrangements.  To engage children and families and build a quality of relationship that directly impacts on outcomes.  Promote a practice philosophy which seeks to empower service users, build on individual strengths, and develop strategies which support them to understand, manage and respond to risk and to ensure assessments and plans reflect this.  To contribute to the delivery of the Service's engagement strategy and, depending on level, have responsibility for a particular relationship.