Job Description

JOB-20240819-db742659
Senior Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention Team
Location: London, N1 2UD
Pay Rate: 35.59 per hour
We have an exciting ongoing opportunity for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join our dynamic Assessment & Intervention Team in London. This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate and allows you to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families. If you are a skilled social worker with a keen interest in working in a vibrant and ever-evolving environment, then this opportunity is perfect for you.
Perks and Benefits:
- Competitive Pay: Enjoy excellent remuneration that reflects your skills and experience, ensuring your valuable work is well-compensated.
- Excellent Work Opportunity: Be part of a respectful and innovative organisation that values its employees and fosters career growth.
- Great Work Environment: Work within a collaborative team that supports and inspires each other, enhancing personal and professional development.
- Flexible Shifts: Achieve a better work-life balance with adaptable scheduling options, providing the flexibility you need to manage your commitments.
- Professional Development: Access to opportunities for further training and career progression, empowering you to reach your full potential.
What You Will Do:
- Conduct Assessments: Undertake detailed statutory assessments to evaluate the needs and circumstances of children and their families, ensuring comprehensive care planning.
- Intervention Planning: Formulate and execute effective care and intervention plans, ensuring that all actions taken are timely and impactful.
- Safeguarding: Detect and address any safeguarding concerns, collaborating with child protection teams to secure the wellbeing of children.
- Multi-Agency Collaboration: Cooperate with various partners including health professionals, educational institutions, and law enforcement to offer holistic support services.
- Case Management: Ensure all case records are accurate and compliant with statutory and procedural guidelines, maintaining high standards of documentation.
- Court Work: Prepare comprehensive reports and diligently represent the team in family court proceedings.
- Mentoring and Support: Guide junior social workers, sharing expertise and aiding in their professional development to foster a strong, capable team.
- Crisis Intervention: Respond proactively to urgent situations, prioritising child safety and enabling prompt, effective intervention.
Requirements:
- Qualified Social Worker with a degree in Social Work (BA, MA, or equivalent).
- Registered with Social Work England.
- Substantial experience in children and families social work, especially in assessment and intervention.
- Thorough understanding of child protection legislation and court processes.
- Exceptional communication and decision-making skills, with the ability to handle pressure and manage workloads efficiently.
- A DBS check and satisfactory references are prerequisites for this role.
Why Join Us?
This position offers a rare opportunity to influence positive change in the lives of young people and families. By joining our team, you will work in a supportive and resourceful environment where your expertise ensures vulnerable children receive the care and protection they need. Professional growth, flexible working, and a chance to contribute mean