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Qualified Social Worker
We are currently seeking a Qualified Social Worker with a minimum of 1 years experience to join the Family Assessment and Support Team in the Essex Area.
Duties and Responsibilities;
1. To be professionally responsible for providing initial assessment and investigations under Section 47 of the Children Act 1989.
2. To undertake a caseload consisting of initial assessments and investigations, as required by the Team manager, in relation to both new and open cases
3. To undertake any actions identified as necessary by assessments and/or investigations including participation in CP conferences, co-working and Court proceedings, as determined by the best interests of the child
4. Knowledge of other children's services and how they relate to Assessment and Family Support Services
5. A demonstrated commitment to the Department's Policy on shared records and clients records * Evidence of sound assessment practice * Committed to quality social work Practices A commitment to anti-oppressive behaviour practice and management
6. A commitment to working on partnership with carers, children and their families
7. Willingness and ability to work in an open manner as part of a team with a commitment to sharing and working alongside staff in own and other organisation's
8. A commitment to the child's rights to have their wishes, feelings and views taken onto account and the right to participate in the social work process
9. Knowledge and understanding of child development, relating theory and practice
10. Detailed understanding of the 'Working Together' document
Pay rate from £21 - £24 per hour
GSCC Registration is essential.
THIS POST IS SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED CRB DISCLOSURE WHICH TRADEWIND WILL PAY FOR
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* We offer a GSCC refund to candidates who have worked through Tradewind Recruitment for a period of 6 months
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If you are interested in this position please email your CV to socialwork@twrecruitment.com or contact our Consultants directly on 08458801273.
Tradewind Recruitment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.