Children's Social Worker- Assessment & Intervention

Our client, a Greater Manchester Council, is seeking a Children's Social Worker to join their Assessment & Intervention Team.

Fantastic payrate of £39 per hour!

Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Responsibilities of this role:

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• Undertake statutory assessments and interventions under the Children Act 1989 to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.
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• Work directly with children and families to develop and implement child protection plans, child in need plans, and support care proceedings where necessary.
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• Apply a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach to support families in making sustainable changes and reducing risk.
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• Collaborate with multi-agency professionals including health, education, and police to ensure coordinated and effective safeguarding responses.
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• Facilitate family meetings and planning sessions to empower families in identifying solutions and building resilience.
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• Maintain accurate and timely case records, ensuring all practice is compliant with relevant legislation and statutory guidance.
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• Manage a varied caseload, balancing urgent safeguarding concerns with longer-term support and intervention.
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• Participate in reflective supervision and contribute to continuous service improvement through feedback and learning.
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Requirements of this role:

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• Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
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• Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying social work experience
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Benefits of working through Reed, include:

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• Complete initial and core assessments for children and families in line with statutory requirements.
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• Undertake Section 47 child protection enquiries and contribute to strategy discussions.
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• Develop and implement child-centered care plans that promote safety, stability, and well-being.
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• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated interventions.
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• Prepare and present reports for Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Reviews, and court proceedings.
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• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and local policies.
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• Engage with families to build trust and promote positive change through early intervention and support.
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Does this role interest you? Apply today!