Location: Bracknell, Berkshire
Salary: £49,918 – £53,048 (package up to £60,048)
Golden Hello: £7,000
Contract: Permanent
Pro Social Partners are working with Bracknell Forest Council to recruit an experienced Senior Social Worker into their Safeguarding service.
The Role
* Hold a caseload of more complex work and act as a source of practice expertise for the team.
* Support, mentor and co-work with newly qualified and less experienced colleagues.
* Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans.
* Undertake Section 47 enquiries, assessments and direct work with children and families.
* Prepare reports and present at child protection conferences and core group meetings.
* Work closely with partner agencies to reduce risk and improve outcomes for children.
* Keep children's voices at the centre of all assessment and planning.
About You
* A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration.
* Substantial post-qualifying experience in child protection, including complex cases.
* Sound knowledge of Working Together to Safeguard Children and statutory processes.
* Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
Why Bracknell Forest Council?
* £7,000 Golden Hello.
* Regular reflective supervision and strong management support.
* Ongoing training and CPD to support your career progression.
* A permanent role with job security and local government pension scheme.
To find out more, apply now or contact Conor Clarke at Pro Social Partners on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation about this role and other permanent opportunities
Salary description
£49918.00 - £53048.00 per year