qualified social worker | iro.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Mileage reimbursement
• Supervision
• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• One committed and dedicated point of contact
• An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us (T&Cs apply)
• A full range of free training available
• Access to 100's of discounts on the Happi App
• Access to free healthcare and financial advice

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and chair regular statutory reviews for children in care, ensuring their care plans are robust, relevant, and in the child's best interest.
• Continuously monitor the implementation of children's care plans to ensure they are meeting statutory requirements and aligned with the child's needs, development, and wishes.
• Ensure the child's voice is central to the planning and review process by advocating for their needs and rights, ensuring their views are heard and considered at every stage.
• Challenge local authority decisions and escalate concerns when necessary, ensuring timely interventions to safeguard the child's well-being.
• Contribute to the overall quality assurance of services by identifying areas for improvement in care planning and practice and providing feedback to social work teams and management.
• Liaise with social workers, foster carers, health professionals, education providers, and other stakeholders to ensure a holistic and coordinated approach to the child's care.
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate records of review meetings, decisions, and recommendations in line with organizational policies and legal requirements.
• Ensure that all care planning and reviewing processes comply with statutory frameworks, including the Children Act 1989 and relevant regulations.
• Act as a safeguarding lead during reviews, ensuring all potential safeguarding concerns are identified and addressed promptly.

Requirements:

• Social Work England registered
• Enhanced DBS
• Social Work Degree or equivalent

Experience:

• Children

If you have any further questions, or wish to apply for this role then please contact Hannah on 0330 024 8775 otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon.

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