Senior Social Worker - Family Support & Safeguarding

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Senior Social Worker - Family Support and Safeguarding

Location: Barking & Dagenham, IG11 7LU

Salary: £38.50 Hourly

Job Type: Full-time

Join us for an ongoing, exciting opportunity as a Senior Social Worker within our Family Support and Safeguarding team in Barking & Dagenham. This role offers the chance to truly impact children and families in need, while enjoying the flexibility and benefits of locum work.

Perks and benefits:

* Kick-start your career with a competitive salary that reflects your expertise and commitment.

* Our ongoing training and career progression opportunities ensure you're always moving forward and expanding your skills.

* Our flexible working options offer an ideal work-life balance, letting you take control of your schedule.

* To top it all off, take advantage of our employee assistance programme which provides wellbeing support, because we know taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of others.

In addition, locum roles provide you with unparalleled variety in your day-to-day tasks, giving you the freedom to explore different cases and expand your experience. You'll also enjoy networking opportunities, creating professional links across different departments and agencies.

What you will do:

1. Manage complex family proceedings and high-risk cases to ensure the well-being and voices of children are prioritised.

2. Provide leadership and mentorship to students and newly qualified social workers, inspiring the next generation of professionals.

3. Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including health, education, police, and voluntary sector professionals, to deliver comprehensive support to families.

4. Promote timely permanency planning for children in care, helping to secure stable and loving environments.

5. Deliver outstanding social work services while upholding professional and legal standards, ensuring best practices are maintained.

Qualifications:

1. Social Work Qualification (DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent).

2. Current Social Work England (SWE) registration.

3. Experience handling complex cases involving child protection, court proceedings, and risk assessment.

4. Strong analytical, reflective, and problem-solving skills.

5. Ability to drive service improvement and work creatively to support children and families.

Barking & Dagenham is a vibrant and diverse area, offering a rich blend of culture and community. It's the perfect place to develop your career while enjoying the benefits of a welcoming and dynamic environment. Make your mark and join us in making a difference where it counts the most.

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