At the Northampton Children's Trust, our ethos revolves around prioritising the needs of children, extending our care to encompass the welfare of the entire family unit. With a dedication to trust, integrity, and empathy, we are committed to providing optimal solutions for each child, without exception. If you share our passion for demonstrating respect, kindness, and steadfast commitment, we invite you to join us in crafting a better tomorrow for our community.
Job Title: Social Worker - Children in Care Long Term Team
Location: Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: £39,384 - £42,620
Overall Purpose of the role:
To deliver and provide social work services, at a level appropriate for a professionally qualified post, to young people and families to ensure the welfare of children and young people is safeguarded and they are protected in accordance with the legal and statutory obligations of Northamptonshire Childrens Trust.
Principal Responsibilities:
Carry out Initial, Core and other specialised assessments as per national guidelines and within prescribed timescales in order to formulate support plans for service users and co-ordinate their implementation or refer the case to the appropriate service area for support to child/family
Manage cases varying in complexity, organise packages of support to service users, assess levels of risk to their health and wellbeing and, in conjunction with them and their families /carers, monitor and review their situations so that support can be adjusted as appropriate to their needs
Work directly with family members providing advice and guidance. Work to empower service users, promote their participation in planning and evaluation of services to increase their levels of self-sufficiency, competence and to facilitate independence from social service assistance
Ensure all information and reports relevant to work carried out is recorded, updated and completed in an efficient and timely manner and according to Directorate/legislative policies and procedures so that decisions made and acted upon are fully evidenced and provide sufficiently for audit, court or any other legitimate purpose
Implement actions agreed by the courts to ensure the safety and wellbeing of service users within the specified timeframe. This could be instant removal of children from their home and placement in an appropriate care or foster home or less immediate actions to secure their wellbeing and to link with colleagues in other agencies to enable successful partnership working within a climate of mutual respect
Demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behavioural, physical, social and welfare needs.
Essential Criteria:
Qualification in Social Work (CQSW)/ Certificate in Social Service (CSS)/ Diploma in Social Work (SW- SP)/ Home Office letter of recognition.
PQ Award Evidence of Post Qualification learning and Development.
Social Work England registration.
Demonstrate knowledge of current legislation relating to role such as the Children Act, Human Rights.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to use word and excel to produce reports carry out correspondence and keep accurate records. Knowledge and understanding of using appropriate assessment tools and research.
Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of and commitment to Health & Safety and a willingness to undertake training to enable implementation of procedures. Able to apply it effectively with both clients and Staff.
How to Apply:
If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity and possess the required qualifications, click the link above to apply now.