Social Worker - Assessment Team

Location

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire | United Kingdom

Job description

Are you passionate about making a big difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families? Are you ready for a dynamic role where you can use your skills to create positive change? At Cambridgeshire County Council, we're dedicated to providing excellent Children's Services. We understand how important it is to care for every child and young person. We're committed to keeping them safe and helping them thrive. We believe in building strong communities and empowering families to overcome challenges on their own. Diversity is important to us, and we want our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we serve. Join us in making a brighter future and impacting lives for the better.

Job Title: Social Worker – Assessment Team

Location: Cambridgeshire

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary Range: £38,258 - £40,958 per annum (depending on experience)

The Team:

The Assessment Teams, spread across Cambridgeshire, offer a fast-paced, dynamic, and engaging environment. These teams are ideal for proactive and flexible Social Workers who are passionate about ensuring that children and families in our area have a positive first encounter with our services. The teams conduct Section 17 Child and Family Assessments and undertake S47 investigations, with cases transitioning during initial Child in Need meetings or Child Protection Conferences. The work is diverse and challenging, requiring close collaboration across multiple agencies and often under tight deadlines.

Benefits:

• Earn up to £40,958 for Social Workers and up to £45,987 for Senior Practitioners.
• Relocation package up to £8,000 for qualified social workers.
• Scaling retention payment for social workers and senior practitioners.
• Fixed annual retention scheme for Team Managers.
• Eligibility for Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with defined benefits.
• Flexible contribution options and benefits including life cover and ill-health protection.
• Entitlement ranges from 28 to 31 days, with options to buy additional leave and take a career break.
• Maternity, paternity, adoption, and parental leave provisions.
• Multiple offices across Cambridgeshire for effective teamwork.
• Access to diverse training opportunities and in-house resources.
• Flexible hours and remote work options available.
• Confidential support available 24/7.
• Brand-new cars with insurance and maintenance included.
• Tax savings on new bikes.
• Bonus payments for successful social worker referrals.
• Access to discounts on various services and products.
• Recognition for outstanding performance.
• Participation in charity schemes like Pennies from Heaven.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Apply professional expertise to navigate complex situations, making decisive judgments. Identify and respond to needs by highlighting strengths and devising SMART plans to achieve clear outcomes, with a focus on prioritising the child's perspective in all assessments and interventions.
• Serve as a representative of Cambridgeshire County Council, fostering collaboration with key agencies to develop effective strategies and plans. Contribute to enhancing integrated services and policy frameworks to elevate the quality of care for service users.
• Stay informed of social policy, organisational protocols, and relevant legislation. Maintain professional registration and actively engage in continuous development initiatives to strengthen our skilled workforce.
• Uphold professional standards and principles, maintaining accurate records and advocating for the empowerment of service users.

Essential Requirements:

• Hold a recognised professional Social Work qualification (Degree/Masters/Post Graduate Diploma/Social Work fast track qualifying programme).
• Possess relevant specialist post-qualifying and/or post-graduate training.
• Hold a valid UK driver's license with the ability to work from various locations and travel countywide.
• Demonstrate proven knowledge and understanding of child development, parenting capacity, environmental factors, and risk and protective factors.
• Have knowledge of relevant safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance, and procedures.
• Exhibit the ability to maintain high-quality records, writing clear, concise, child-centred reports and plans.
• Demonstrate the ability to establish rapport and build relationships with children/young people and their families using a person-centred, strengths-based approach

Contact:

This Social Worker role is advertised by Harry Smy. For more information or to apply, click above. Due to high volumes, responses will be sent to candidates meeting client requirements.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Sanctuary Personnel promotes diversity, encouraging applicants from varied backgrounds. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in our two-time 'Best Candidate Care' award at the Recruiter Awards.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you have a disability or require adjustments, please inform us early for tailored support throughout the recruitment process and your work placement.

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Salary

£38.26k - £40.96k per annum