West London - Senior Social Worker - Contact and Assessment£38 per hour umbrella About the job:As a Senior Social Worker speciali.....
West London - Senior Social Worker - Contact and Assessment
£38 per hour umbrella
About the job:
As a Senior Social Worker specialising in Contact and Assessment in the dynamic setting of West London, you will take a leadership role in ensuring the welfare of children and families. Your expertise will be crucial in conducting thorough assessments, managing complex cases, and providing guidance to a dedicated team.
Key Responsibilities:
Assessment and Decision Making: Lead the assessment process for children and families referred to the service, making informed and timely decisions based on comprehensive evaluations.
Supervision and Support: Provide supervision and support to a team of social workers, ensuring the highest standards of practice. Offer guidance on complex cases and contribute to professional development.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with partner agencies, including health professionals, schools, and community services, to gather information and develop holistic assessments.
Quality Assurance: Implement and monitor quality assurance processes to ensure that assessments and interventions adhere to statutory requirements, policies, and best practice standards.
Case Management: Oversee a caseload of complex cases, conducting regular reviews and ensuring that plans are effective, responsive, and in the best interests of the children involved.
Supervision of Contact: Facilitate and supervise contact between children and their families, ensuring that it is conducted in a safe and child-focused manner.
Training and Development: Contribute to the ongoing professional development of the team by providing training, mentoring, and sharing expertise on best practices in contact and assessment.
Report Writing: Prepare clear and comprehensive reports for case conferences, court proceedings, and other relevant forums. Ensure that documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and reflective of the needs of the children and families.
Requirements:
· 1 year of qualified Social Work experience
· DBS on the Update Service or happy to apply for one
· 5 years of satisfactory references
· Driving License with access to a vehicle
· SWE Registered
Benefits of working with 3D Recruit:
· Specialist Social Work and Education recruitment business
· Supporting professionals finding opportunities since 2000
· Competitive rates of pay
· Flexible hours to suit your preferences
· Different contract types – locum & permanent
· Part-time and full-time opportunities
· We work with a number of different local authorities
· Dedicated Consultants who listen to your needs
· Support with interview prep
· CPD training events
How to apply
If you are interested in the role or other vacancies, you can easily submit your CV via the advert. If you are not ready to apply now, do contact us through our website.
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3D Recruit is committed to safer recruitment and adheres to APSCo Compliance+ standards. All candidates who apply for locum or supply contracts will be met face-face and will undertake an interview with an experienced consultant, where documents and references are verified.
3D Recruit is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment.
