Assessment Social Worker
Job Description
Oxfordshire County Council are seeking a Children’s Assessment Social Worker to join their team. As an Assessment Social Worker, you will be responsible for assessing children and providing support to families.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct assessments of children and families
Provide support and guidance to families in need
Work collaboratively with other professionals to provide a holistic service
Manage a caseload of clients
Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with relevant legislation and policies
Requirements
Social Work Qualification
Social Work England registered
3 years post qualifying experience
Experience working with children and families in a social care setting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please submit your CV. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Senior Social Worker – Initial Assessment/Transitions
Start Date: ASAP
Contract length : Initially 12 months
Hours per week : 36 hours per week
Rate of pay: £36ltd per hour
Job Summary
Hillingdon Council are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Social for their Initial Assessment/Transitions team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the initial assessment and transitions of clients, as well as supervising a team of social workers.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct initial assessments of clients and develop appropriate care plans
Supervise a team of social workers and provide guidance and support
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies
Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients and their families
Provide training and development opportunities for staff
Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
Significant experience in initial assessments and transitions
Experience in supervising a team of social workers
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and cover letter to erin.webbe@servicecare.org.uk
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We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join an Intake and Assessment team.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL CARE WALES
About the team
You will be joining a team who support a strength-based approach, recognising the expertise of children, families and workers. You will be completing a range of assessments and conducting Section 47 enquiries, whilst also establishing whether longer term plans are needed for the children and families. This role will also require you getting involved in private law work and issuing court proceedings where needed.
About the role
You will need a Social Work degree and post-qualifying experience to be considered for this position. Previous experience in Referral and Assessment, Looked after Children, Leaving Care or Children’s Services is essential.
What’s on offer?
Salary up to £43,421 (depending on experience)
Pool car scheme
Generous relocation package
Flexible working arrangements
Job type: Full-time / Permanent
For more information, please get in contact.
Sarah Tomlin, 07425 728375.
stomlin@charecruitment.com
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Benefit Assessment Officer Waltham Forest Temporary Full TimeWe are seeking a dedicated and skilled Benefit Assessment Officer to join a team based in Waltham Forest on a full time temporary ongoing basis. The Benefit Assessment Officer will be responsible for conducting adult financial assessments, determining individuals' contributions towards their care, and providing advice on entitlements to benefits, as well as dealing with customer’s enquiries, and delivering excellent customer care. Requirements
Previous experience working in a similar role
Knowledge of legislation, policies, and procedures surrounding Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit
Experience in conducting adult social care financial assessments
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and accessible manner
Good organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload efficiently, and meet deadlines
Experience providing an effective service to members of the public
Experience working alongside vulnerable customers
Experience in using Mosaic system is preferable
Role Expectations
Advise customers, promote the use of available and relevant Benefits, and promote application
Conduct adult social care financial assessments
Gather financial details and expenditure
Provide advice on entitlements to benefits
Manage inquiries via phone and in writing
Liaise with external partners, including local authorities and support agencies, and ensure effective service is delivered
Develop working relationships with colleagues, as well as key partners
Maintain Records: Accurately record all interactions, assessments, and decisions in line with relevant policies and procedures, ensuring confidentiality and data protection guidelines are strictly followed
If you are interested in this position and meet the above criteria, please send your CV now for consideration. If you require any additional information regarding the position, please call Beth at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208 966 or send an E-Mail to bethany.wiles@servicecare.org.uk....Read more...
Sirona Medical are recruiting for a Mental Health Social Worker for a Local Authority in London.If you are available and interested in working with Sirona Medical as a Mental Health Social Worker please do not delay in contacting us.Job Role: This particular role is based within London. The Mental Health Social Worker. Duties will include:care coordination of complex cases under CPA, developing co-produced care plans with service users, risk assessment and management, safeguarding, holistic assessment of mental health and social care needs, conducting Care Act assessments, working with carers and wider support networks, partnership working with other statutary and voluntary organisations, liaison with inatient units, accurate record keeping and report writing. Sirona Medical will be providing the Mental Health Social Worker on an agency contract. This is a full time agency post 36 hours per week.As a Mental Health Social Worker, you must have a degree in Social Work, experience of working with adults with psychosis and complex needs, experience of Care Act assessments and reviews, Must be organised, able to manage their time effectively and prioritise their workload, must have good interpersonal skills and be able to engage with service users with diverse backgrounds, must be able to work as part of a team with a range of professionals, Must have a good knowledge of relevant legislation, policy & procedure including Safeguarding, Mental Health Act, Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.Social Work England Registation is essential for the post. What Sirona Medical will offer you: - Great pay rates dependent on specialities.- Variation of locations you want to be booked.- A dedicated recruitment consultant- 24 hour support.- Fast track registration with efficient compliance process.- An Excellent Referral Bonus Scheme! We also supply Social Workers through to Team Managers/IRO's nationwide. Sirona Medical is a Healthcare Recruitment Agency supplying staff across many sectors within the UK. Sirona Medical has an excellent reputation for providing reliable Healthcare Professionals to Local Authorities. We are renowned for our fast, friendly and high quality service. Our thorough recruitment process ensures that we only provide the very best talent to our clients.With over 60 years combined experience in the recruitment industry, our experienced Recruiters are always available to provide you with the highest service levels.Sirona Medical believes in the ethics of providing more than just a service, but a relationship that allows both clients and candidates, to feel that no matter the query, request or demand, we will meet and exceed your expectations.Talk to real human, a real recruiter not a computer or an order filler, honestly we don’t bite, please give us a call when you are free or contact us via the advertisement apply button, alternatively send us an email. Please contact the Social Work Department at Sirona Medical for more information socialwork@sirona-medical.co.uk....Read more...
Newly Qualified Adult Social Worker – Liverpool Location – Wavertree OSS, Liverpool, L15 4LP35 hours - On going contract - £27ph
To contribute to the operational delivery of an effective Adult Social Care Service as part of an integrated team responsible for safeguarding, support planning and promoting the wellbeing of adults with care and support needs continuously improving outcomes.Newly Qualified Social Worker required for Arundel House Community Mental Health Team. Primary responsibilities include: assessment and service delivery under the Care Act 2014, Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Best Interest Assessments, Social Circumstances Reports for Sections 2, 3 and 37 Tribunals/Appeals, complex hospital discharges from Acute Ward, Low and Medium Secure Forensic Mental Health Wards, and Rehabilitation Units. Good working knowledge of Liquid Logic and RiO systems is desirable.
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Job Description
Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Leaving Care Support Worker with Bolton Council
Bolton Council are currently looking for someone who is happy to work 37 hours per week.
Key responsibilities
To take responsibility on a day to day basis for your individual caseload as allocated by the Team Leader(s) (Leaving Care Services) and to liaise closely with Pathway Coordinators, district based social workers and other service providers for Leaving Care and Young Homeless.
To take day to day responsibility as a Personal Advisor to young people where allocated this task in line with responsibilities laid down in the Children (Leaving Care) Act.
To contribute to the assessment and review of programmes of work with service users and to the coordination and organisation of services in the Department and with other agencies.
To contribute to the assessment and review of programmes of work with service users and to the coordination and organisation of services in the Department and with other agencies.
Essential Criteria
Must be a car user, Own a car and hold Business insurance
Must hold previous experience within previous Leaving Care Position
NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People, or Equivalent
APPLY NOW - Send your CV to John… John.deane@servicecare.org.uk
Why Service Care Solutions?
A Dedicated consultant specific to your area of work with up to date knowledge on markets and new positions.
We operate nationwide working with both public and private domains.
All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.
We operate 3 payrolls per week
Bring your Job to us bonus of £250
Refer a friend Bonus of £250
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Job Description
Service Care Solutions has a new and exciting opportunity which has become available working as a Personal Advisor with Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council.
Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. are currently looking for someone who is happy to work 37 hours per week.
Key responsibilities
To take responsibility on a day to day basis for your individual caseload as allocated by the Team Leader(s) (Leaving Care Services) and to liaise closely with Pathway Coordinators, district based social workers and other service providers for Leaving Care and Young Homeless.
To take day to day responsibility as a Personal Advisor to young people where allocated this task in line with responsibilities laid down in the Children (Leaving Care) Act.
To contribute to the assessment and review of programmes of work with service users and to the coordination and organisation of services in the Department and with other agencies.
To contribute to the assessment and review of programmes of work with service users and to the coordination and organisation of services in the Department and with other agencies.
Essential Criteria
Must be a car user and Own a car
Must hold previous experience within previous Leaving Care Position
NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People, or Equivalent
APPLY NOW - Send your CV to John… John.deane@servicecare.org.uk
Why Service Care Solutions?
A Dedicated consultant specific to your area of work with up to date knowledge on markets and new positions.
We operate nationwide working with both public and private domains.
All Compliance paid for including DBS and Social Work registration.
We operate 3 payrolls per week
Bring your Job to us bonus of £250
Refer a friend Bonus of £250
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We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join an Intake and Assessment team.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND
About the team
You will be joining a fast-paced and exciting team who undertake well-being and S47 assessments and provide short term interventions to support families to increase safety within the home. Within this role you will hold cases for a short period of time, working under the Signs of Safety model to ensure the best possible outcomes for young people and their families.
About the role
You will need a Social Work degree and significant experience within Children’s Social Work to be considered. It is essential you’re confident in Assessments, Care Planning, Person-Centred Planning and Care Management skills.
What’s on offer?
Salary up to £42,403
Generous annual leave of 28 days
Excellent career and development opportunities
Hybrid working
Job type: Full-time / Permanent
For more information, please get in contact.
Sarah Tomlin, 07425 728375.
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4Recruitment Services are seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide services in Doncaster.The role will require you to:
Promote independence and reduce risks for Adults with disabilities living in Doncaster.Work with the social model of disability and use evidence based practice to carry out person centre assessments to identify need and take appropriate action.Use person centred methods that respect individual values, cultures and diversity to identify needs and devise individual interventions to meet need. Where statutory provision is not appropriate offer information and advice around self-directed support.Provide expert clinical knowledge on manual handling issues and support other colleagues with the most complex manual handling cases.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Carry out needs led assessment of occupational performance with Clients who have a wide range of medical conditions and physical disabilities.
Acknowledge and analyse physiological, psychological and environmental factors to develop individual goal orientated action plans.Take into account the views of the person and their carer(s) to agree appropriate provision of equipment, minor and major adaptations or re-housing that is necessary to meet current and long-term needs whilst considering the legal framework, feasibility, practicality and resource implications of the proposed plan. Have particular responsibility for people with the most complex needs.Carry out holistic assessments and take action to reduce and manage risk to people in their homes advising them and their carer(s) on various aspects of safe independence or care.Work autonomously to manage own complex clinical caseload. Provide clinical advice to cases managed by other Occupational Therapists and Assessment Officers. Provide expert advice and intervention regarding complex manual handling situations. This may involve joint working with colleagues and providing advice/ training to care agency staff.Participate in triaging referrals to identify eligible need and priority.Promote the use of assisted technology, including Telecare to encourage independenceUndertake assessments and documentation associated with Blue Badge applications
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:
Occupational Therapy qualification. DipCOT/Degree OTHCPC registrationPrevious experience in Social or Health Care setting, relating to services for disabled adults or children, including needs assessment, advocacy, counselling and other service provisionExperience of delivering OT assessment and intervention for Clients with complex needs.Knowledge of Health and Social Services provision for disabled adults or children. Including awareness of legislation and current political issues affecting service provision.Inter-personal and communication skills to include report writing and maintenance of clinical records.Use of technology systems e.g. Care First; SWIFT or similar record keeping systems.Enhanced DBS check
A full JD is available upon request What we offer:
24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits ProgrammeOur own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on 0800 988 6307 or email gpadmin@4recruitmentservices.com.....Read more...
Family Support Worker
Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Family Support Worker to join the Duty and Assessment Teams in Northampton.
We are looking for a Family Support Worker to undertake direct work with children and families, around behaviour management, routines, and boundaries, supervising contact, transporting children, direct work with children. This role requires being in the office full time.
Main Responsibilities
As a Family Support Worker, you will be responsible for:
To attend planning reviews, meetings and visits with colleagues an relevant professional staff as necessary in order to assist the analysis of requirements and to plan appropriate care programmes for service users.
To provide assistance to service users in the planning and evaluation of the work undertaken on their behalf, carrying out corporate parenting activities for children and young people where required, in order to increase families’ levels of self-sufficiency, competence and facilitate independence from social service support
Supporting social workers in interventions / assessment
Requirements:
Experience working with Children and Families
Enhanced DBS
Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:
A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
Excellent rates of pay
Payroll services twice a week
If you are interested in the Family Support Worker role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email emma.petricco@servicecare.org.uk
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We are looking for an Adult's Social Worker to join the Continue Health Care Team within Hertfordshire.
THIS POST REQUIRES A SOCIAL WORK QUALIFICATION OF A MINIMUM 2 YEAR POST EXPERIENCE.
About the team
This team works with those who are being discharged from the Hospital service with the aim to go back into the community. This team works with the continue health care checklist, carry out assessments and undertaking reviews relating to the individuals. Key factors of this team include carrying out Mental capacity assessment, Section 42 and working with other services for the benefit of the client.
About you
The successful candidate will have previous experience of working with relevant legislation such as Care Act 2014, MCA, Section 42. A Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) within a minimum of 1 year post ASYE experience is required. Experience within Community, OP,PD, complex care will be transferable for this team.
What's on offer?
£32.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Parking available nearby/ onsite
Accessible public transport
Working from home on a hybrid basis
For more information, please get in contact
Zoe Bellinger- Senior Recruitment Consultant
07384466390
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Education Health Care Plan Assistant - Lambeth Are you a passionate, dedicated Education Health Care Plan Assistant looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are recruiting an Education Health Care Plan Assistant to join a team based in Lambeth.Umbrella Rate: £20 per hour Duration: 3 months initially Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, 35 hrs/weekEHCP Assistant role: Full JD Available
To provide comprehensive support to the EHC Plan Co-ordinators, maintaining accurate, efficient and effective administrative systems and records.To provide effective administrative support to enable the effective and efficient initiation, assessment and review of children with Special Educational Needs, ensuring that procedures and timescales are fully compliant with both statutory and locally derived procedures.Support a person centred, outcome focused multi agency approach to assessment, planning and review, ensuring that children, young people and parents are treated as equal partners in the assessment and planning process.Guiding settings and parents to the right provision at SEN Support level. Directing them to the Local Offer to find more information on the services available.Supporting settings and parents to provide the right information if an EHC needs assessment request is made.Work closely with families, schools and a range of service providers, including education, health, social care and voluntary sectors.Attend meetings, reviews and conferences where necessary.
Essential Requirements
Relevant Education/ SENCO qualificationExperience writing and reviewing EHC PlansExperience of working with children/young people with special educational needs and disabilitiesGood knowledge and understanding of the local authority’s duties around SENGood knowledge and understanding of parents / children / young people’s rights regarding SENYou Must Have Right to Live & Work in the UKEnhanced Child and Adult DBS registered to the update service
We also offer an outstanding referral scheme for any Education Health Care Plan Assistant friends or colleagues.If you are a Education Health Care Plan Assistant and would like to express your interest, please contact us for this great opportunity by calling on 0208 514 9110 and speak to Sammy Davis Or email on, sammyd@4recruitmentservices.com Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.....Read more...
Merton council are currently recruiting for an Adult Social worker to work in a Long Term Support team and Sensory Services
The key points are:
-experience in working/assessing with Older People and Adults with Physical Disabilities in a community setting.
-Knowledge of Direct Payments care package and relevant issues/challenges
-competent in Safeguarding Adults Enquiries
-Able to carry out Mental Capacity Assessment and adhere to Best Interests principles
-Familiar with Continuing Healthcare processes
-a good understanding on Lasting Power of Attorney and Deputyship
Free Payroll Service*
SCS will fund the £9 a week fee via ARCH Umbrella company! if you secure a Qualified Social worker role.
Candidate Referral Bonus
SCS offer £250 for every Qualified Social Worker you refer over to us!
(£150 after 6 weeks in the assignment and £100 after completing 12 weeks)
Find your own job bonus
SCS will offer £150 to Qualified Social Workers sourcing their own job and referring it to the agency you must be placed in the role for 4weeks before payment can be made!
Permanent Qualified Social Worker Bonus*
If you are placed in to a permanent position by SCS we will pay £250 after you have completed 12 weeks in the role!
Subsidised training
SCS will pay up to £250 each year to help with your Continuing Professional Development
Loyalty Reward Scheme
SCS will pay a “Thank you” bonus to Qualified Social Workers after each 12-month period they complete with SCS.
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We are recruiting for a Social Worker to join a Leaving Care Team.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND
About the team
This team works closely with children in care and their carers to progress their care plans and to ensure that foster and residential homes are meeting the needs of children up to the time when they transition to leaving care. As a ‘’corporate parent’’ the role is to ensure that the children and young people is given every opportunity to achieve the best outcomes possible.
About you
The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying experience in child protection, children in need, safeguarding, looked after children or referral and assessment. A degree in Social Work(Degree/DipSW/CQSW). You will also need to be Social Work England Registered.
What’s on offer?
Up to £41,418
Mileage coverage
Flexible Working
Free Parking
Generous Annual Leave
Continuous Training Development
Job type: Full-time
For more information, please get in contact:
Samantha Cunningham, scunningham@charecruitment.com, 07825213518
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Registered Manager
Location: Chelmsford, London
Salary: £30k - £40k + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time
The Client:
Our client is a reputable home care services provider, offers support to individuals across all age groups, addressing diverse needs including dementia, learning, and physical disabilities.
The Role:
As a Registered Manager, you will collaborate with senior management to define and achieve the branchs objectives.
Responsibilities:
? Enhance and oversee operating and quality assurance processes.
? Monitor plan performance and provide reports to senior management.
? Manage the branch budget and ensure financial practices comply with regulations.
? Lead, motivate, and manage staff to foster communication and teamwork.
? Implement effective staff management and development strategies.
? Oversee service user needs assessment and care planning.
? Coordinate care plan reviews with health or social care professionals.
? Ensure the branch complies with Health and Safety standards.
? Maintain awareness of regulatory and service user needs.
? Act as the chief spokesperson, maintaining good relations with stakeholders and promoting the organisation's mission and accomplishments.
Requirements:
Essential:
? Previously worked as a Registered Manager or in a similar role.
? Minimum 2 years senior management experience in Health & Social Care.
? NVQ Level 5 in care.
? Strong written and verbal communication skills.
? Dedicated to diversity and equality, aligned with the organisations mission and values.
? Self-motivated with the ability to lead a diverse team.
Desirable:
? Degree-level education or equivalent.
? Skilled in ICT.
? Experience or willingness to learn budget management.
Benefits:
? Competitive salary
? 28 days holidays
? Company pension
? Company events
? Casual dress
? Free parking
? Overtime availability
? Funded training, DBS and QCF qualifications
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join the Referral and Assessment Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience only.
About the team
The team is responsible for achieving positive change and improved outcomes for children and their families. They do this by undertaking high quality assessments, care planning and, when appropriate, child protection investigations. They are a friendly and supportive team offering regular supervision and manageable caseloads.
About you
You will be well versed working within a fast paced Frontline Team and have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW).
You will need to have a Social Work England registration.
What's on offer?
Up to £37 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Great opportunity to enhance your CV and skillset
Hybrid working pattern of 2/3 days a week in the office.
For more information, please get in contact.
Thomas Sherwood – Recruitment Consultant.
07442 576 906
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Our client is one of the largest private healthcare providers in the UK and they are currently seeking for a committed Nurse Deputy Home Manager to work in a dementia nursing unit in a prestigious care home based in the Walsall, West Midlands area
This special care home ensures that 24-hour assistance is available for all residents. Nursing and residential dementia care is offered, in addition to Parkinson's, palliative, respite and convalescence care
**To be considered for this position you must be qualified as a Registered Nurse with a current active NMC Pin**
As the Deputy Manager your key responsibilities include:
Ensure appropriate standards are maintained by monitoring and that appropriate professional support is provided to senior staff /team leaders
Appropriate reviews of care plans /risk assessments and medication administration. To ensure all assessment tools are in place and are fully utilised
Ensure all residents have a complete care assessment prior to admission to the home, taking account of their physical, social and psychological needs. To ensure as a minimum an annual re assessment of each resident’s needs
Deploy staff efficiently in relation to care duties to be covered by setting up and controlling the duty rota. Check and monitor care staff hours and authorise time sheets in absence of Home Manager
Establish good personal relationships with residents and their families
Work with the Home Manager to ensure all induction and mandatory training is completed. To identify other specific training needs
Work with the Home Manager on achievement of action plans from external regulators or internal support functions
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Ability to communicate at all levels
Ability to work on own initiative unsupervised
Work to deadlines
Excellent communications skills
Able to show a can-do attitude always
The successful Deputy Manager will receive an excellent salary of £45,000 - £47,000 per annum. This exciting position is a Full Time role working through Days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
Competitive Salary
Flexible salary - Wagestream
Generous Holiday Entitlement
Training & Progression + much more!!
Reference ID: 5093
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We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Family Support team.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL CARE WALES
About the team
You’ll be joining a team who are developing their services to best support a bespoke strength-based approach. You will be responsible for undertaking assessments, provide a consistent and high-quality service to the children, young people and their families, and to work positively with internal and external partners and agencies. You will be required to attend team meetings and assist the Team Manager in ensuring good practice is promoted and enhanced within the team.
About the role
You will need a degree in Social Work and post-qualifying experience within a Children’s Services team to be considered for this role. Past experience in Child Protection, Children in Need, Referral and Assessment, Looked After Children or Leaving Care would be desirable. Is it essential that you have an understanding of all relevant legislation, guidance, policy and procedures, good practice guidelines and national standards.
What’s on offer?
Salary on offer up to £43,421 (depending on experience)
A welcoming and supportive team
Pool car scheme for business travel
Flexible working arrangements
Job type: Full-time / Permanent
For more information, please get in contact.
Sarah Tomlin, 07425 728375.
stomlin@charecruitment.com
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Childrens Social Worker
Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Childrens Social Worker for the Safeguarding Team in Northamptonshire.
We are looking for a Childrens Social Worker to hold case’s that have been transferred from Duty and Assessment Team at the first Initial Child Protection Conference or at the first Child in Need meeting. They will hold these cases until closure. If case escalate to the court arena or long term looked after the case will transfer to the Children in Care Teams.
The successful candidate will work from their preferred location of either Northampton, Wellingborough, Daventry, Corby or Kettering, with the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis.
Main Responsibilities
As a Childrens Social Worker, you will be responsible for:
Carry out Initial, Core and other specialised assessments as per national guidelines and within prescribed timescales in order to formulate support plans for service users and coordinate their implementation or refer the case to the appropriate service area for support to child/family.
Manage cases varying in complexity, organise packages of support to service users, assess levels of risk to their health and wellbeing and, in conjunction with them and their families /carers, monitor and review their situations so that support can be adjusted as appropriate to their needs.
Work directly with family members providing advice and guidance. Work to empower service users, promote their participation in planning and evaluation of services to increase their levels of self-sufficiency, competence and to facilitate independence from social service assistance.
Requirements:
Degree in Social Work and registered with Social Work England
ASYE Completed
Enhanced DBS
Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:
A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
Excellent rates of pay
Payroll services twice a week
If you are interested in the Childrens Social Worker role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email emma.petricco@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed!....Read more...
Reablement Practitioner- BarnsleyAre you a passionate, dedicated Reablement Practitioner looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are recruiting a Reablement Practitioner to join a team based in Barnsley.Umbrella Pay- £16.81 per hour05/02/2024 – 3 months initiallyMonday to Friday, 37 hrs/week – HybridThe role:
As a Reablement Practitioner you will help to support and improve the lives and wellbeing of the people in Barnsley, helping people regain and develop new skills so that they can return home and maintain their independence You’ll have a life-changing impact.The service delivers a broad range of support to enable people to regain and maintain their independence and daily living skills within their home environment. We are looking for people who want to help people of all ages remain at home and get their life back on track following episodes of illness or an event that has affected their life skills.You will be required to undertake strength- based assessment which places the service user at the centre of the decision-making process and engages them and their circle of support in agreeing goals and facilitating outcomes which maximise their independence.To review and revise support plans at agreed intervals throughout the pathway, completing a final outcome report for each service user and as appropriate identify any ongoing support needs making recommendations as to the level and type of any future service provision.Ensure a person-centred holistic approach, which includes activities of daily living and social connectedness, facilitating opportunity to participate in community activity, aiming to reduce potential social isolation and positively influence overall wellbeing.To work in partnership with a number of internal and external stakeholders ensuring the service users journey is consistent, safe and reflects desired outcomes and goals.Participate in the day-to-day organisation of workload, including staff allocation via electronic systems.To act as ‘Duty’ officer on a rota basis by undertaking Triage of new cases and being initial point of contact into service.
Requirements
UK Driving Licence, access to a vehicle, business insuranceRelevant Level 2/3 qualificationExperience of working with vulnerable groupsSignificant understanding of the social care needs of older people and vulnerable adultsGood knowledge of care assessment and care management processesExperience building collaborative working relationships with user’s support network and partner agenciesEnhanced Adult DBS registered to the update service
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.If you are a Reablement Practitioner and would like to express your interest, please contact us for this great opportunity by calling on 0808 178 4445(option1) and speak to The Care Team Or email on, Careteam@4recruitmentservices.com....Read more...
Charles Hunter Associates are currently recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Children’s Assessment Team on a locum basis.
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND AND ARE A CAR DRIVER
About the team
To provide an assessment of the needs of family members, their strengths and any risks to children’s health and development. A assess any significant harm to children and develop SMART plans that will meet the needs of family members and reduce risks to children, in conjunction with children and their families.
About you
As the Social Worker you will demonstrate sound knowledge of social care processes and responsibilities in line with personalisation, self directed support and person centred planning. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) is essential along with a minimum of three years’ experience working in a Children's Services setting.
What's on offer?
£38.00-£42.00p/h
Hybrid Working
For more information, please get in contact
Jordan Peat – Recruitment Consultant
0118 948 5555
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We are looking for an Experienced Childrens Social Worker in Lincolnshire
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE A QUALIFIED SOCIAL WORKER, REGISTERED WITH SOCIAL WORK ENGLAND
About the team
The role is working within the Child Assessment and Safeguarding Service team, who are incredibly supportive and friendly. The role benefits from hybrid working with a minimum of 2-3 days per week in the office to work alongside the excellent team.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of four years’ experience post qualification. You will have extensive experience in planning, implementing, and reviewing care plans. In addition, you will have experience of carrying out assessments of service users’ needs, using practice guidance and departmental policies and procedures.
A valid driving license and access to a car is essential for this role.
What's on offer?
Up to £40.00 per hour umbrella rate (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid Working
For more information, please get in contact
Sophia Garner - Recruitment Consultant
0118 948 5555
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Charles Hunter Associates are looking for a Children’s Social Worker to join their Duty and Assessment Team.
To apply for this role, you must have a Social Work Bachelor’s Degree and is Registered with Social Work England.
About the team:
Within the Team, you will be expected to deliver high quality service in all aspects of assessments and care management to meet the needs of children and young people. You will be working in partnership with other professionals, as well as a supportive management team.
About you:
The successful candidate will be a passionate and dedicated professional, with a strong working knowledge of Children’s Social Work Legislation. It would be beneficial for you to have at least 2 years’ frontline children’s experience and have previous track record of completing high quality assessments.
What’s on offer?
Competitive hourly rate of £39.00 per hour.
Opportunity to enhance your skillsets and CV.
Introduction Training provided.
Supportive Management Team with regular Supervisions.
Hybrid working.
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon – Recruitment Consultant
ggordon@charecruitment.com
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Childrens Social Worker
Service care Solution are currently recruiting for a Childrens Social Worker for the Duty and Assessment Team in Northamptonshire.
We are looking for a Childrens Social Worker to be a single point of contact for all incoming safeguarding concerns relating to young people within the catchment area. This sector consists of 6 teams of approximately 8-10 staff each.
The team operates on a 6-week duty cycle, with candidates needing to be in office for a FULL week during their duty week, and to be local during visit time. Aside from the on-site duty activity required during their allocated week, candidates can work remotely for the other 4 weeks.
Main Responsibilities
As a Childrens Social Worker, you will be responsible for:
Carry out Initial, Core and other specialised assessments as per national guidelines and within prescribed timescales in order to formulate support plans for service users and coordinate their implementation or refer the case to the appropriate service area for support to child/family.
Manage cases varying in complexity, organise packages of support to service users, assess levels of risk to their health and wellbeing and, in conjunction with them and their families /carers, monitor and review their situations so that support can be adjusted as appropriate to their needs.
Work directly with family members providing advice and guidance. Work to empower service users, promote their participation in planning and evaluation of services to increase their levels of self-sufficiency, competence and to facilitate independence from social service assistance.
Requirements:
Degree in Social Work and registered with Social Work England
ASYE Completed
Enhanced DBS
Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
Working with Service Care Solutions comes with many benefits, including:
A specialist consultant within an experience and dedicated recruitment team
Excellent rates of pay
Payroll services twice a week
If you are interested in the Childrens Social Worker role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email emma.petricco@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed!....Read more...
