Social Worker - Children's Services ( Grade 9)
Keynsham (between Bristol & Bath)
£35 per hour (Umbrella)
Start Date: Monday 17th August
To provide statutory social work services to vulnerable individuals and families. The focus centers on protection, prevention, and safeguarding to improve quality of life. This role requires a fully qualified Social Worker with post-qualification experience. You will manage your own caseload, receive professional supervision, and work in multi-agency settings.Key Accountabilities
- Assess Need: Undertake assessments of need and risk to inform evidence-based care planning.
- Conduct Enquiries: Lead safeguarding enquiries in line with legislation and statutory guidance.
- Apply Think-Family: Take a holistic family approach to safeguard individuals.
- Make Decisions: Provide professional input to evidence-based, risk-informed decisions.
- Design Plans: Create strengths-based, outcome-focused plans for individuals and carers.
- Review Care: Monitor delivery of plans and adjust them to meet changing needs.
- Manage Risk: Identify, monitor, and escalate risks to minimize danger early.
- Promote Inclusion: Reduce discrimination and remove barriers to service access.
- Build Relations: Form collaborative, person-centered relationships with service users.
- Hold Caseloads: Manage a varied caseload including complex and higher-risk cases.
- Partner Multi-Agency: Work across organizational boundaries with other professional teams.
- Maintain Records: Keep accurate, auditable case files according to local policies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required
- Qualification: Degree or post-graduate qualification in Social Work (CSS, CQSW, Dip SW).
- Registration: Current active registration with Social Work England.
- Experience: Post-qualifying experience in statutory social work risk assessments.
- Caseload Mastery: Proven experience managing a varied and complex caseload.
- Training: Additional training in Safeguarding or Signs of Safety (Levels 2/3).
- Legal Knowledge: Deep understanding of legislation, statutory guidance, and SWE codes.
- Analysis Skills: Ability to critically analyze and respond to complex risks.
- Communication: Clear, empathetic communication to encourage effective decision-making.
- Autonomy: Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time.
Dimensions of the Role
- Staff: No direct supervisory requirements.
- Mentoring: May mentor students or ASYE individuals.
- Budget: No direct budget management.
- Fiscal Duty: Maintain awareness of spend when planning packages.
- Planning: Ability to react quickly to unplanned situations.
Working Conditions
- Physical: Occasional low-level physical exertion over short periods.
- Environment: Comfortable indoor environment with minimal external discomfort.
- Vigilance: High alertness required for extended periods amid distractions.
- Challenges: Frequent exposure to distressing situations and confrontational behavior.
Core Values and Behaviours
- Bold: Set aspirational goals and create innovative solutions.
- Empowered: Build confidence in others to find independent solutions.
- Supportive: Build trusting, collaborative, and caring relationships.
- Transparent: Act with integrity, honesty, and professional accountability.
INDMAIN
Pay: £35.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Are you are a qualified Social Worker (Children's Services) ?
- Are you available to start Monday 17th August?
Work Location: In person
