Social Worker - Children in Need and Child Protection

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Social Worker - Children in Need and Child Protection Service - Croydon, UK - £38.50 Hourly - Ongoing

This is an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join the Children in Need and Child Protection Service in Croydon. Working full-time at 36 hours per week, you will report to the Team Manager and earn £38.50 per hour. This ongoing role involves managing a diverse Children and Families caseload, with responsibilities including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure children's welfare is safeguarded and promoted.

Perks and benefits:

* Locum flexibility - Enjoy the flexibility and variety that locum work offers. Work when it suits you and gain experience across different settings.

* Professional development - Access a range of learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.

* Work-life balance - Benefit from a manageable workload that allows you to maintain a healthier work-life balance.

* Community impact - Make a real difference in the community by working with children and families to create positive change.

What you will do:

* Manage and review a Children and Families caseload that includes complex and diverse cases

* Collaborate with children, parents, and family members as partners in assessment, planning, and the delivery of support

* Empower service users and develop strategies to help them manage and respond to risk

* Engage and coordinate with partner professionals and agencies to deliver comprehensive support

* Monitor and document engagement with children and families to ensure quality assurance

* Stay updated on current research and policies and apply these in practice

* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including education, health, and social services

* Liaise with and engage community organisations, schools, and other contributing agencies

Croydon offers a dynamic and culturally rich environment, making it a great place to live and work. With excellent transport links, a vibrant community, and plenty of green spaces, Croydon provides an ideal setting for both your professional and personal life. Join us and contribute to shaping a safer, healthier, and more supportive community for Croydon's children.

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