Our client, a Greater Manchester Council, is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join their Referral & Assessment Team.
Fantastic payrate of £37 per hour!
Are you a Children’s Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!
Responsibilities of this role:
*The provision of a purposeful, professional social work service to appropriate clients, including a diagnosis, assessment and treatment of their needs and problems in accordance with statutory requirements and Departmental Policies.
*To contribute to the planning and development of the Team’s and the Department’s Referral and Assessment Services as required and as appropriate.
*To participate in the organisation and administration of the work of the post so that the job of providing the service gets done.
*To provide management information to assist in the setting, implementing and monitoring of the Department’s strategies and services.
*To contribute to the allocation of the work of the Team.
*To participate in providing a generic duty service to all office visitors.
*To undertake Section 47 (Child Protection) enquiries, initial child and family needs assessments and short term interventions.
*To work directly with clients using a range of social work knowledge, skills, methods and techniques.
*To undertake office duty which involves the provision of generic advice and information to all office callers.
*To arrange services and screen referrals which require further assessment.
*To undertake Section 47 (Child Protection) enquiries in accordance with the Child Concern Handbook for Safeguarding Children.
*To work within the Courts, taking statutory action when necessary to protect a child, including Emergency Protection Order applications and initiation of Care Proceedings.
*To undertake initial child and family needs assessments (integrated with section 47 enquiries when appropriate) in accordance with the "Children In Need" Policy and Procedural Document.
*To complete enquiry and assessment reports reaching conclusions on child and family needs and services.
*To undertake short term social work intervention to assist children and families.
Requirements of this role:
*Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
*Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying social work experience
Benefits of working through Reed, include:
*Complete initial and core assessments for children and families in line with statutory requirements.
*Undertake Section 47 child protection enquiries and contribute to strategy discussions.
*Develop and implement child-centered care plans that promote safety, stability, and well-being.
*Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated interventions.
*Prepare and present reports for Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Reviews, and court proceedings.
*Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and local policies.
*Engage with families to build trust and promote positive change through early intervention and support.
Does this role interest you? Apply today!