Job Description
JOB-20240819-db742659
Job Title: Social Worker - Child Protection Court Team
Specialism: Child Protection
Location: Wembley, UK
Salary: £37.52 per hour
Type: Locum, Full-time or Part-time (3 months)
Unlock your potential with this thrilling opportunity! A London Borough of Brent is seeking an exceptional Social Worker to join the Child Protection Court Team. Situated in the dynamic area of Wembley, this role will be based at The Brent Civic Centre (HA9 0FJ). This position offers flexibility with core working hours of 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, with several options to accommodate your lifestyle such as 8am-6pm for four days a week, 8am-4pm, or 9am-6pm. Part-time options are also available.
Perks and benefits:
- Flexibility: Being a locum social worker provides the perfect balance of professional development and flexible living, allowing you to tailor your work schedule to suit personal commitments.
- Competitive Pay: Benefit from a rewarding hourly rate that reflects your expertise and dedication.
- Professional Development: Enjoy the stimulating nature of locum work where each day brings new challenges and opportunities to learn.
- Vibrant Location: Working in Wembley offers a vibrant cultural scene and a fabulous community atmosphere, making it an exciting place to live and work.
What you will do:
- Carry out Core Assessments, pre-birth assessments, and risk assessments.
- Conduct Section 47 Child Protection investigations.
- Write detailed statements for court proceedings.
- Complete Section 7 and Section 37 reports for court.
- Represent the authority in court to provide crucial evidence.
- Perform home visits for monitoring purposes and to safeguard children.
- Keep comprehensive case recordings up to date.
- Convene and chair core group meetings.
- Liaise and collaborate with other professionals.
- Conduct joint investigations and interviews with the police.
- Initiate and see care proceedings through to completion.
- Implement and review Care Plans, ensuring they meet the needs of children.
- Supervise contact between children and families.
- Write and present case conference reports.
- Attend case conferences and strategy meetings.
- Complete Child in Need plans.
Make Wembley your next career destination. This vibrant district offers an eclectic mix of cultural events, beautiful parks, and great transport links, all right on the doorstep of the iconic Wembley Stadium. It's a superb place to advance your career while experiencing all