Children in Care and Care Leavers Team

Are you passionate about championing the well-being and aspirations of children and young people in care? Do you believe in empowering care leavers to thrive as they transition to independence?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children's Social Worker to join our Children in Care & Care Leavers Team. In this rewarding role, you will play a vital role in safeguarding and supporting children and young people, ensuring they have the best possible opportunities to reach their full potential.
What You'll Do - Key Responsibilities:
For Children in Care:

• Develop strong, trusting relationships with children in care, providing a consistent source of support and guidance.
• Work collaboratively with children, families, and other professionals to create and implement individualised care plans that promote well-being and positive outcomes.
• Work to ensure children are placed in safe, nurturing, and stable environments that meet their individual needs. Advocate for their rights and ensure their voices are heard.
• Support positive and meaningful contact between children in care and their families, where appropriate and in the best interests of the child.

For Care Leavers:

• Guide and support care leavers (ages 16-25) as they transition to adulthood, assisting them in accessing housing, education, employment, and other essential services.
• Work collaboratively with young people to create personalised pathway plans outlining their goals, aspirations, and the steps needed to achieve them.
• Be a consistent and reliable presence in the lives of care leavers, offering guidance, advocacy, and support as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of adulthood.

Who You Are:

• A qualified and registered Social Worker: You hold a recognised social work qualification and are registered with [Your Country's Regulatory Body - e.g., Social Work England].
• Experienced in working with children in care: You have a strong understanding of safeguarding principles and experience working directly with children in care and care leavers.
• An effective communicator and collaborator: You build strong relationships with young people, families, and professionals, communicating effectively and working collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes.

If you are a dedicated and compassionate social work professional who thrives in a supportive and collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply! Please Call Lara on 0191 211 1382

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.