Social Worker – IRO – Trafford

Ashberry Recruitment are currently recruiting for a number of Qualified Social Worker’s to join our client, Trafford Council.

We have a number of posts available but this requirement is for an Independent Review Officer (0.6 Hours – 21.75 Hours), based at Talbot Road, M20 0TH.

Trafford Council are committed to attracting, retaining and developing a diverse and skilled workforce to support children, young people and their families.

Their commitment to you is a competitive package, outstanding support from experienced managers, a manageable workload, quality training, and the opportunity to build on your strengths.

Their Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Team are looking for a suitably skilled and qualified candidate to fill a key role, as they seek to continue improving outcomes for children in Trafford.

Our client is looking for an organised and experienced social worker with 5 years post qualifying experience in children’s services.

You will have a good understanding of all legislation and guidance relating to Child Protection and Looked After Children.

You will carry a caseload and you will chair child protection conferences and looked after children reviews as well as supporting other agreed processes such as Case File Audits, Pathway Plan Reviews etc.

The successful applicant will need to show initiative, be flexible and approachable and have excellent personal organisational skills, as well as the ability to prioritise workloads.

Ashberry Recruitment would ask that applicants meet the following:

• DIPSW or equivalent qualification and will be registered with the HCPC as a qualified social worker.
• Have a full driving licence and car available for work along with business insurance. 
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to make good decisions based on the information available, ensuring effective relationships with other professionals.
• Have the ability to work within and contribute to a team.
• Possess knowledge of service needs for ethnic minority communities.
• Have confident IT skills and be able to navigate an electronic file system.
• Have the ability to write clear, concise robust reports.
• Have a flexible approach when need arises.

Contracts are full-time and offered for a minimum of 3 months.

Ashberry Recruitment have a team of specialist Social Work Consultants are here to help you find your next contract and support you through your agency career.

Please contact Gavin should you like to discuss these vacancies further or should you wish to discuss any other QSW vacancies within the North of England and surround regions.