Social Worker - Youth Justice - ASAP Start

Location

East of England | United Kingdom

Job description

Nonstop Care is working with a local authority in East of England that is looking for a social worker to join their Youth Justice Team .

This job not only offers the chance to excel in a specialized field but also provides the satisfaction of contributing to positive changes in the lives of young individuals , all while fostering your own professional growth and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

This unique role goes beyond general court work , focusing on contextual safeguarding, youth justice, and addressing challenges related to knives, drugs, and gangs.

Benefits:

• ASAP start/ interview
• Competitive compensation £22.10/hr
• Ongoing, stable contract
• Work-life balance and flexible working options
• Supportive team with skilful and experienced management

Your Responsibilities:

This role demands an experienced social worker with a deep understanding of contextual safeguarding, youth justice, and the ability to navigate the intricacies of working with at-risk youth involved in issues such as knives, drugs, and gangs. The responsibilities encompass a holistic approach to support, intervention, and advocacy for positive outcomes in the lives of young individuals.

Requirements:

• Hold a professional Social Work qualification and registration (SWE)
• Have the ability to assess and manage risk, with a focus on service-users' safety and well-being
• Post-qualified experience ideally across Youth and/or Leaving Care teams
• Clear, Enhanced DBS
• Full, clear driving license

Apply Now:

Express your interest by submitting an up-to-date copy of your CV today to [email protected]

Telephone interviews will take place as and when strong candidates become available

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£22.1 per hour