Are You an Experienced Children's Social Worker with a Passion for Helping Others?
If so, Randstad is seeking an Independent Reviewing Officer for Bury Council. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of up to £42,418 annually.
Why Join Us?
Benefits:
- Work-Life Balance: Prioritise your well-being with a balanced work-life schedule.
- Professional Growth: Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Health and Well-being: Comprehensive health programs and 24/7 support through our Employment Assistance Programme.
- Support for Carers: Assistance for working carers to balance their responsibilities.
- Pension Scheme: Attractive defined benefit pension scheme.
- Salary Sacrifice Program: Including Cycle to Work scheme.
- Exclusive Discounts: Savings on shopping, entertainment, dining, travel, motoring, and more.
- Mileage Reimbursement: 45p per mile.
- Recognition Events: Celebrate achievements and milestones with staff events.
- Supportive Environment: Quality supervision and a supportive workplace culture.
- Career Progression: Clear pathways for professional advancement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver a professional social work service to children and families, in line with the Children Act.
- Conduct inquiries and assessments for children at risk of significant harm, taking appropriate legal action to safeguard them.
- Collaborate with service users in various settings to ensure effective social work practice.
- Prepare professional standard reports for use in court proceedings and other settings.
- Represent the Local Authority in court, providing verbal and written evidence as required.
- Maintain client records in compliance with statutory and departmental requirements.
- Participate in child protection conferences, statutory reviews, and other relevant meetings.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of plans for children in need.
- Work effectively within a professional and family network to support children and their families.
- Adhere to departmental, council, and government policies and procedures.
- Participate in supervision and act in accordance with supervision plans.
- Chair meetings within child protection procedures as agreed by management.
- Advocate for clients with other local authority departments and external agencies.
- Engage in a social work duty rota and be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Requirements:
- Registration: Social Work England registered.
- Qualifications: Social Work Degree or equivalent.
- Clearance: Enhanced DBS check.
- Experience: Proven experience in children's social work.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you have any questions or wish to apply, please contact Cameron at 0330 024 8775. Alternatively, click "Apply Below" and we will be in touch soon.
Considering a career change but unsure about this role? Whether you're an existing candidate, new to the locum market, or seeking a new permanent position, we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay and flexibility. For a confidential discussion, call 0330 024 8775 or email us.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business for temporary staff and an employment agency for permanent roles. As an equal opportunities employer, we make decisions based solely on merit.
Exciting News!
Randstad Care has been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS, bringing you even more opportunities in nursing, midwifery, and clinical staffing.
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.
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