Social Worker - Children Looked After

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Job Title: Social Worker - Children Looked After

Location: Redbridge

Pay Rate: £30.96 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary (Long-term sick/leave cover)

Working Pattern: Hybrid - Office-based and Working from Home

Job Summary:

Embark on an exciting career journey as a Social Worker in the Children Looked After Team in Redbridge. This ongoing temporary role is crucial in supporting children and young people in care, ensuring their safety and well-being are always prioritised. With a hybrid working pattern and a competitive hourly rate of £30.96, this position offers the perfect balance between professional satisfaction and personal flexibility.

Perks and Benefits:

* Enjoy a competitive hourly rate of £30.96, ensuring your skills and efforts are well rewarded.

* Benefit from a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to balance on-site duties with the comfort of working from home.

* Take advantage of free on-site parking, taking the hassle out of your daily commute.

* Join a supportive team environment where collaboration and camaraderie are part of everyday work.

* Engage with complex and rewarding cases that provide professional growth and satisfaction.

* Gain ongoing professional development and supervision, helping you to advance on your career path with confidence.

What you will do:

* Manage a specific caseload of children in care, ensuring all statutory requirements are completed efficiently and effectively.

* Conduct statutory home visits and produce detailed written reports within specified timescales.

* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in line with local authority and legislative requirements.

* Prepare for and attend court hearings, providing relevant evidence as needed.

* Build strong and professional relationships with children, young people, their families, and multi-agency teams.

* Participate actively in regular supervision and contribute positively to team meetings.

* Work collaboratively with key professionals such as schools, health services, and carers to secure the best outcomes for children in care.

* Demonstrate excellent English communication skills in both written and spoken formats.

Person Specification:

* Qualified and registered Social Worker with Social Work England.

* Experience in a children and families setting, preferably within a Looked After Children (LAC) team.

* In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory guidance.

* Experience in court work is highly desirable.

* Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

* Exceptional communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.

* Capability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

* Commitment to promoting the welfare and rights of children and young people.

Living and working in Redbridge offers a vibrant community atmosphere with excellent local amenities. With its green open spaces, excellent transport links to central London, and a rich cultural scene, Redbridge is not only a great place to work but a fantastic place to call home.

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