Qualified Social Worker - Looked After Children

Social Worker - Looked After Children Team, Camden

Salary: Up to �50,706 per annum + Zone 1 & 2 travel allowance (�1,628) + Social Work England fee reimbursement

Be part of Camden's vision to create a borough where every child has the opportunity to thrive. Join our Looked After Children Team and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people in care.

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of looked-after children, ensuring their needs are met and they achieve positive outcomes.

• Undertake statutory visits and complete assessments of children's well-being.

• Develop and review care plans, ensuring children's voices are central to the planning process.

• Work collaboratively with carers, schools, health professionals, and other agencies to support children.

• Prepare high-quality reports for Looked After Children reviews and court proceedings.

• Conduct life story work and ensure children have a clear understanding of their journey.

• Advocate for children to ensure their needs are prioritised in care planning.

About You:

• Qualified Social Worker with a degree, diploma, or equivalent in Social Work.

• A minimum of 2 years of post-qualifying experience working with looked-after children.

• Comprehensive understanding of the Children Act 1989, care planning regulations, and other relevant legislation.

• Strong ability to build trusting relationships with children and young people.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• Registered with Social Work England.

Why Join Us?

• A well-resourced team with access to excellent training and development opportunities.

• Supportive supervision and reflective practice sessions.

• Additional benefits, including travel allowance and Social Work England fee reimbursement.

• Work in a borough committed to diversity, inclusion, and flexible working.

Contact Phil at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed) or to apply.