Childrens Social Worker - Assessment & Staying Together team
Newcastle-under-Lyme, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW childrens services, Adoption and fostering, Children and families, Young people and leaving care, CAMHS, Children and disabilities, Probation and youth offending
Children's Social Worker
Assessment & Staying Together Team
Newcastle-under-Lyme | Hybrid Working
My client is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join their Assessment & Staying Together Team in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive team that embraces restorative practice, helping families build on their strengths to achieve positive outcomes for children.
What's on Offer?
- Hybrid working (minimum 50% office based)
- Regular supervision and training
- Access to benefits platform with discounts on retail, restaurants, gyms and more
- Supportive team environment
- Team size: 6
- Local road parking and paid car parks available
Key Responsibilities
- Child in Need planning
- Child Protection planning
- PLO work
- Court proceedings
- Managing a caseload of children and families
- Completing assessments and managing risk
- Undertaking direct work with children, families and carers
- Promoting Family Group Conferences and family-led solutions
- Working within a restorative and relationship-based practice model
About You
- Qualified Social Worker
- Social Work England registered
- Experience within Children's Services
- Confident managing statutory casework and safeguarding responsibilities
Why Work With Me?
Davina Cripps | Senior Consultant - Caritas Recruitment
With 23 years' recruitment experience and 3 years specialising in Social Work, I provide a straightforward, honest and supportive recruitment service.
✔ Honest advice and regular communication
✔ Insight into team culture, management and caseloads
✔ Access to exclusive opportunities
✔ Ongoing support throughout your assignment
At Caritas, we believe recruitment should be personal, transparent and focused on finding the right fit for you.
Interested?
📞 07385 031109
Refer a friend and receive £300 upon successful placement.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Newcastle-under-Lyme, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW childrens services, Adoption and fostering, Children and families, Young people and leaving care, CAMHS, Children and disabilities, Probation and youth offending
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