Childrens Social Worker - Level 3

We are seeking an experienced qualified Social Worker to manage a caseload of child in need, child protection and children in care. You will be based in Runcorn, but will also cover the Halton area.

Duties and Responsibilites:

• Manage an allocated social work caseload
• Assess the needs of children and young people and determine an appropriate level of intervention and service provision, including packages of support for families.
• Ensure the needs and wishes of children are fully addressed in the assessment and planning process and that there is evidence of children and young people's participation.
• Share responsibility for planned intervention and service provision with partners, which will include the full range of statutory meetings and other planned meetings, as necessary.
• Liaise with designated line manager and comply with service requirements regarding supervision, undertaking continuous professional development and attendance at formal training.
• Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time, which are commensurate with the grade of the job.

Essential Criteria

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England.
• Proven experience working within an Integrated Hospital Discharge Team, with the ability to hit the ground running.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and make sound decisions quickly and effectively.
• Excellent communication, assessment, and organisational skills, with a commitment to collaborative working.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Safeguarding Adults procedures.
• Proficiency in using IT systems, including knowledge of Eclipse (desirable).
• Full UK driving license and access to a car for work purposes.

Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.