Social Worker - Children with Disabilities Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker - Children with Disabilities Team
Specialism: Social Work - Children with Disabilities
Location: Wembley, UK
Salary: £37.52 per hour
Type: Locum, Full-time (3 months)

Social Worker - Children with Disabilities Team in Wembley UK earning £37.52 hourly for a 3-month locum contract is needed. This is an outstanding opportunity to showcase your expertise and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families. Join the London Borough of Brent and help support the Children with Disabilities Team. Core working hours are 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday, but don't worry, we understand life can be unpredictable. That's why we offer flexible start and end times to fit your lifestyle, be it 8 am to 6 pm over four days or a part-time arrangement.

Perks and benefits:

• Flexibility: Working as a locum not only gives you the chance to expand your skill set across different environments, but it also offers flexibility in choosing assignments that suit your needs and lifestyle.
• Competitive Pay: Enjoy competitive hourly pay that can be more lucrative than a permanent position.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements that help you maintain a healthy balance between your professional and personal commitments.
• Professional Development: Access training opportunities that support your continued growth and development.
• Varied Experience: Experience different work environments and teams, broadening your knowledge and expertise.

What you will do:

• Conduct core assessments, pre-birth assessments, and risk assessments.
• Undertake Section 47 Child Protection investigations.
• Prepare statements for court and complete Section 7 and 37 reports.
• Represent the authority in court by giving evidence.
• Visit homes to monitor and safeguard children.
• Maintain thorough and up-to-date case records.
• Convene and chair core group meetings, liaising with other professionals.
• Collaborate with the police on joint investigations and interviews.
• Initiate and manage care proceedings, implementing and reviewing Care Plans.
• Supervise contact and write case conference reports.
• Attend case conferences, Child in Need strategy meetings, and develop Child in Need plans.

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