Colindale, London | £37.54 per hour (Umbrella)
We are seeking an experienced Advanced Social Worker to join a statutory Children’s Social Care service in Colindale. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled practitioner who can work autonomously with complex cases, manage higher levels of risk and support the development of less experienced social workers.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high-quality social work services to children and families in complex situations.
* Assess, plan, implement and review safeguarding and permanence plans.
* Manage complex cases and higher levels of risk using sound professional judgement.
* Work autonomously within statutory frameworks, Council policies and procedures.
* Support, mentor and provide guidance to less experienced social workers.
* Take a lead role in a specialist area of practice.
* Deputise for the Line Manager when required.
* Contribute to effective multi-agency working and safeguarding arrangements.
* Promote positive outcomes and ensure children have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
* Maintain high standards of recording, assessment and professional practice.
Essential Requirements
* Substantial post-qualifying experience in statutory Children’s Social Care.
* Strong experience managing complex safeguarding and permanence cases.
* Demonstrable ability to assess and manage high levels of risk.
* Excellent professional judgement and decision-making skills.
* Ability to work independently and provide expert practice in complex situations.
* Experience mentoring and supporting less experienced social workers.
* Strong knowledge of statutory children’s social care legislation and guidance.
* Practice Educator Award desirable, with an expectation to achieve the award within the first year if not already held.
Location: Colindale, London
Rate: £37.54 per hour (Umbrella)
Role: Advanced Social Worker
Service: Statutory Children’s Social Care
Focus: Complex Safeguarding & Permanence
Level: Advanced / Experienced Practitioner
For more information, contact Natasha Haddon
Salary description
£37.54 - £37.54 per hour