Qualified Social Worker

Join Our Team as an Experienced Children's Social Worker!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives? Do you have a wealth of experience in social work? If so, Randstad is looking for dedicated professionals like you to join Bury Council's Family Safeguarding Team. This is a permanent role with a competitive salary of up to £41,418 annually.

Why Choose Us?

Benefits:

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance to maintain your well-being.
• Learning and Development: Continuous learning and development opportunities to help you grow.
• Health and Well-being: Access to comprehensive health and well-being programs.
• 24/7 Support: Employment Assistance Program providing round-the-clock advice and support.
• Support for Carers: Assistance for working carers.
• Pension Scheme: Attractive defined benefit pension scheme.
• Salary Sacrifice Program: Including Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts and Deals: Access to savings on shopping, entertainment, dining, travel, and more.
• Mileage Reimbursement: Reimbursement at 45p per mile.
• Recognition Events: Celebrating staff achievements and milestones.
• Supportive Environment: Quality supervision and a supportive workplace culture.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver a professional social work service to children in need and their families, adhering to the principles of the Children Act.
• Conduct inquiries and assessments for children at risk of significant harm, and take appropriate legal action to safeguard them.
• Collaborate with service users in various settings, ensuring effective social work practice.
• Prepare high-standard written reports for various settings, including court proceedings.
• Represent the Local Authority in court, providing verbal and written evidence as required.
• Maintain client records in compliance with statutory and departmental requirements.
• Participate in child protection conferences, statutory reviews, and other relevant meetings.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of plans for children in need.
• Work effectively within a professional and family network to support children and their families.
• Uphold departmental, council, and government policies and procedures.
• Participate in supervision and act in accordance with supervision plans.
• Advocate for clients with other local authority departments and external agencies.
• Engage in a social work duty rota and be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Requirements:

• Registration: Social Work England registered.
• Qualifications: Social Work Degree or equivalent.
• Clearance: Enhanced DBS check.
• Experience: Proven experience in children's social work.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you have any questions or wish to apply, please contact Cameron at 0330 024 8775. Alternatively, click "Apply Below" and we will be in touch soon.

Considering a career change but unsure about this role? Whether you're an existing candidate, new to the locum market, or seeking a new permanent position, we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay and flexibility. For a confidential discussion, call 0330 024 8775 or email us.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business for temporary staff and an employment agency for permanent roles. As an equal opportunities employer, we make decisions based solely on merit.

Exciting News!

Randstad Care has been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS, bringing you even more opportunities in nursing, midwifery, and clinical staffing.

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.