Social Worker - CLA Team 5
Durham, UK
£24 - £27 per hour
About Us:
Randstad is pleased to partner with the Children Looked After (CLA) Team 5 in Durham to recruit a dedicated and experienced Social Worker.
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If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children, this role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive and dynamic environment.
Job Description:
Are you an experienced social worker with a passion for working with children and young people in care?
In this role, you will be responsible for managing a caseload of looked-after children, ensuring that their needs are met, and supporting them to achieve positive outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Managing a caseload of looked-after children, ensuring their care plans are effectively implemented and reviewed regularly.
- Building strong, trusting relationships with children, carers, and families to support their emotional and social development.
- Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, external agencies, and other professionals to coordinate services and resources.
- Attending and contributing to child protection conferences, reviews, and court proceedings.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to child protection and looked-after children.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Experience in a social work role, particularly working with looked-after children or within a children's social care service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with children, carers, and professionals.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to social care and child protection.
Benefits:
- Competitive and Weekly pay-rates of £24 - £27 per hour
- 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 on
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