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Interim Appointments - Local Authority,Qualified Social Work – Children’s Services

Qualified Social Worker - Childrens Safeguarding Team

Birm - KB_1742554356
Birmingham, England
Work From Home
Temporary
£32 - £33 per hour
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Mar 21, 2025

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our Safeguarding Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, managing, and supporting children and families where there are concerns about child protection, neglect, or abuse. This role is crucial in ensuring the welfare and safety of vulnerable children while working closely with multi-agency partners.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct assessments and interventions in line with statutory frameworks, ensuring the safety and well-being of children at risk.
  • Develop and implement child protection plans, care plans, and other safeguarding measures.
  • Work closely with children, families, and carers to provide guidance and support tailored to individual needs.
  • Liaise with partner agencies, including police, health professionals, and education services, to ensure a multi-agency approach to safeguarding.
  • Attend and contribute to case conferences, strategy meetings, and court proceedings as required.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, reports, and documentation in accordance with legislative and local authority requirements.
  • Undertake statutory visits and risk assessments to ensure the safety and well-being of children in need.
  • Work in accordance with the Children Act, Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance, and other relevant legislation and policies.

    • Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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    Birm - KB_1742554356
    Birmingham, England
    Work From Home
    Temporary
    £32 - £33 per hour
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