Social Worker - Children's Safe and Protect Team
Carlisle, UK
£50 per hour
About Us:
Randstad is proud to collaborate with the Children's Safe and Protect Team in Carlisle to recruit a dedicated and experienced Social Worker.
This role is pivotal in safeguarding children and supporting families through targeted interventions, ensuring the best outcomes for vulnerable young people.
Job Description:
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As a Social Worker in the Safe and Protect Team, you will work with children and families facing complex challenges.
You will conduct thorough assessments, develop safeguarding plans, and collaborate with multi-agency professionals to deliver tailored support that ensures children's safety and well-being.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of children in need, children on child protection plans, and looked-after children.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify risks and needs, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
- Develop, implement, and monitor child-centered safeguarding and support plans.
- Work closely with children, families, and multi-agency professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
- Attend and contribute to child protection conferences, court proceedings, and other key meetings.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with statutory and professional standards.
- Advocate for the voices of children, ensuring their perspectives are central to decision-making.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Significant experience in child protection or similar statutory social work roles.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding policies, relevant legislation, and child-centered practices.
- Ability to manage a challenging caseload and work effectively under pressure.
- Experience in court work, including preparing reports and attending hearings, is desirable.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay-rates
- One committed and dedicated point of contact
- An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs apply)
- Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role.
If you wish to discuss this further please call 0191 5359054 and can share the CV on
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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