Social Worker - Children and Families Team
Redcar and Cleveland, UK
£29 - £37 per hour
About the Role:
Randstad is looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join the Children and Families Team in Redcar and Cleveland.
This role involves working directly with children, young people, and their families to promote safety, well-being, and positive outcomes.
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As a Social Worker in this team, you'll play a crucial role in assessing needs, planning interventions, and supporting families through challenging times.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessments to identify the needs of children and families, developing and implementing care plans that promote their welfare and development.
- Work collaboratively with families to ensure that they are fully involved in decision-making processes, and that children's voices are central to care planning.
- Manage a varied caseload, providing ongoing support to children and families, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a comprehensive approach.
- Participate in child protection work, including case conferences, reviews, and legal processes, while adhering to safeguarding protocols.
- Monitor and review cases regularly, adjusting care plans to meet changing needs and ensuring positive outcomes for children.
- Act as an advocate for children and families, ensuring they receive the necessary resources and support.
Requirements:
- Qualified Social Worker with valid Social Work England registration.
- Experience working with children and families, ideally within child protection or safeguarding.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act and Working Together to Safeguard Children.
- Excellent assessment, planning, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with children, families, and professionals.
- Ability to manage a complex caseload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to promoting the safety, well-being, and development of children and families.
Benefits:
- Competitive and Weekly pay-rates
- One committed and dedicated point of contact
- An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
- Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
How to Apply:
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals, we want to hear from you! we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role.
If you wish to discuss this further please call 0191 5359054 and can share the CV
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
