Children's Social Worker

We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join an Independent Reviewing Officing team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.

About the team

The team review the cases of children who are looked after and monitor the process of the plans which the families follow. Attending CLA reviews and Child Protection Conferences are part of their role to ensure the children and family's needs are being met. Part of the role also consists of reviewing the outcome of children who are looked after in foster placements, adoptive placements and residential establishments.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree, DipSW, CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years' experience is required to be deemed suitable for this role. You need to have experience in Child protection conferences and experience as an IRO. You need to monitor the performance of the local authority in relation to the child, participate in reviews of the child's case and make sure the wishes and feelings of a child are given due consideration. A clean full driving license and access to a car is a necessity.

What's on Offer

• Up to £45.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
• Parking in a staff car park is available on site
• On site 4 days a week
• Longer term cases - Connecting with the families

For more information, please get in touch

Owen Giles - Candidate Consultant