Children's TM - First Response Team - Leicestershire
We are seeking an experienced and committed Children’s Social Worker to join a First Response Team in Leicestershire. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional who can respond confidently to referrals, assess risk and help ensure children and young people receive the right support at the right time.
Working as part of a busy multi-agency service, you will be responsible for screening and responding to safeguarding concerns, completing timely assessments and determining the most appropriate course of action. You will work closely with families, schools, health professionals, the police and other partner agencies to gather information, identify need and manage risk effectively.
Your duties will include undertaking statutory assessments, making evidence-based decisions, preparing clear and accurate records, and contributing to strategy discussions and child protection processes where required. You will promote children’s welfare, ensure their voices are heard and develop positive working relationships with parents and carers. Where appropriate, you will signpost or refer families to early help and community-based services, while escalating concerns in line with safeguarding procedures.
The successful candidate will hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You will have recent experience of working with children and families in a statutory or safeguarding setting, alongside a sound understanding of relevant legislation, guidance and best practice. The ability to manage competing priorities, work under pressure and make defensible professional judgements is essential.
You will be a clear communicator, a collaborative team member and confident in engaging with people from a wide range of backgrounds. Strong assessment, recording and report-writing skills are required, together with a commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and improving outcomes for children.
This role may require attendance at meetings across the county and flexibility to respond to service demands. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory employment references will be required before appointment.
Children's TM - First Response Team - Leicestershire
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