Childrens Social Worker – Safeguarding – Telford – £33.30

Childrens Social Worker
Team: Family Safeguarding, Children’s Safeguarding and Family Support Services
Location: Telford and Wrekin
Rate: £33.30

We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker to manage a caseload of varying complexity within our Children’s Services. The successful candidate will lead on complex assessments, providing evidence as necessary in court proceedings while exercising high-quality judgment in challenging situations. You will practice with confidence and autonomy, integrating professional knowledge and the views of service users into your practice.

Key Responsibilities:

Case Management: Manage a caseload, conducting thorough assessments and employing appropriate intervention strategies tailored to service users, families, and settings.

Judgment & Decision Making: Demonstrate effective judgment regarding risk and accountability, making timely decisions when positive change is not occurring and employing contingency planning to navigate complexities.

Relationship Building: Foster strong relationships with children, young people, families, and partner agencies to support informed decision-making and service planning.

Collaboration: Work in partnership with a range of statutory, independent, and voluntary services to develop and implement care plan objectives and desired outcomes.

Evaluation & Reflection: Routinely evaluate the quality and impact of your practice, actively participating in reflective practice group meetings and promoting the Code of Ethics and regulatory standards.

Continuing Professional Development: Keep up-to-date with contemporary issues in children’s social work, including legislation and evidence-based practices, and pursue professional development to deepen your capabilities.

Documentation: Record information accurately and respectfully, adhering to health and safety regulations and the Telford and Wrekin Health and Safety policy.

Legal Compliance: Work within the scope of legal options to support investigation and protection, undertaking preventative work with families to reduce the need for care or accommodation.

Major Tasks:

Apply appropriate assessment frameworks and information-gathering skills to inform decision-making.

Select and review social work interventions based on their effectiveness for service users.

Promote constructive relationships with children, young people, families, and communities.

Liaise with colleagues and external agencies to gather information for assessment and care planning.

Recognize and manage competing rights and differing needs, applying principles of human, civil rights, and equalities legislation to practice.

At Telford and Wrekin, we are committed to supporting our staff and providing opportunities for professional growth. You will have access to ongoing training, supervision, and the chance to work in a collaborative environment that values your expertise and input.