Looked After Children Team

Location : Gateshead Council

Pay Rate : £28.96

Team: Looked After Children Team

Role : Full Time

Gateshead Council's Looked After Children Team is seeking a dedicated and experienced Children's Social Worker to join our team. We are committed to ensuring the wellbeing and positive outcomes for children in care.

About the Role and Responsibilities:

• Championing the Needs of Looked After Children: Provide direct support and advocacy to children in care, ensuring their needs are met and they have access to the best possible care and support.
• Developing Individualized Care Plans: Work collaboratively with children, their families, foster carers, and other professionals to create individualised care plans.
• Maintaining a Child-Centered Approach: Ensure children's voices are heard and their rights are respected.
• Promoting Positive Relationships: Build trusting and stable relationships with children in care and their foster families.
• Supporting Achievement: Promote positive relationships, and support children in care to achieve their full potential by accessing educational, social, and personal development opportunities.
• Managing Caseloads: Manage a caseload of children in care, ensuring their needs are met and they receive appropriate support.
• Collaborative Practice: Work closely with families, children, foster carers, and other professionals, including schools, health services, and the police, to deliver effective and timely interventions.
• Maintaining Accurate Records: Maintain accurate records and documentation, adhering to relevant legislation and guidelines.
• Contributing to Team Development: Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the team's service delivery.
• Advocating for Children: Represent the needs of children in care, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights are protected.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW, BA Hons in Social Work, or equivalent).
• Social Care England registration.
• Updated DBS check.
• Experience working with looked after children and their families, particularly those in foster care.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance related to supporting looked after children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing demands.
• Commitment to child-centered practice and a commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable children and families.

We offer more than just a job; we offer a rewarding career path.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Free access to 100s of discounts on the Happi App
• Refer a friend and earn up to £300 (T&Cs apply)
• Nationwide Access to Exciting Social Care Opportunities
• Dedicated Consultant by Your Side
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

Ready to join our dedicated team and make a positive impact? Apply now!

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