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Are you a dedicated and passionate Qualified Social Worker looking to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals? Coventry City Council is seeking a qualified social worker to join our Emergency Duty Team (EDT). This non-case holding role is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families in crisis situations.

As a member of the EDT, your key responsibilities will include:

Providing immediate support and intervention to families in crisis during out-of-hours periods. Conducting assessments and developing safety plans to ensure the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Collaborating with local agencies, law enforcement, and healthcare professionals to coordinate effective responses. Documenting case notes and maintaining accurate records in accordance with statutory requirements. Participating in team meetings and contributing to the continuous improvement of service delivery.

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

A recognized Social Work qualification (e.g., BA/MA in Social Work). Current registration with Social Work England. Experience working in a social work setting, particularly with children and families. Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make quick decisions under pressure. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to service users.

In addition to a supportive work environment, we offer a range of benefits to our employees, including:

Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement. Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities. Flexible working arrangements to promote a healthy work-life balance. Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives.

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and support the community of Coventry, we encourage you to apply for the Qualified Social Worker position in our Emergency Duty Team today. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those who need it most!

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We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Qualified Social Worker to join our Adult's SW - LD Team in Coventry. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of adults with learning disabilities. You will be responsible for assessing needs, developing care plans, and providing ongoing support to clients and their families. Your expertise will contribute to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in our community.

Key responsibilities include:

Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the needs and strengths of clients. Developing and implementing person-centered care plans in collaboration with clients and their families. Providing ongoing support and guidance to clients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to promote best practices. Maintaining accurate records and documentation in compliance with legal and organizational standards.

To be considered for this position, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

A recognized social work qualification (BA Social Work, MA Social Work, or equivalent). Registration with Social Work England. Experience working with adults with learning disabilities, demonstrating a strong understanding of relevant legislation and best practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and their families. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Additional requirements include a commitment to continuous professional development and a flexible approach to work. Benefits of joining our team include competitive salary, opportunities for training and advancement, and a supportive work environment that values your contributions. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and meet the qualifications listed, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position in Coventry.

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We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Locality Social Worker to join our dynamic team in Coventry. This position offers both part-time and full-time opportunities, allowing you to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals and families within our community. As a Locality Social Worker, you will work collaboratively with various stakeholders to assess needs, provide support, and ensure the well-being of those you serve.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting comprehensive assessments of clients' needs and developing tailored support plans. Working closely with families, children, and vulnerable adults to provide advocacy and guidance. Collaborating with healthcare providers, educational institutions, and community organizations to ensure holistic support. Maintaining accurate case records and documentation in accordance with legal and organizational requirements. Participating in team meetings and contributing to the continuous improvement of services.

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

A recognized Social Work qualification (BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent). Current registration with Social Work England. Proven experience in social work, particularly in locality or community settings. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload effectively.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional growth and well-being, including flexible working hours, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a supportive team environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you!

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Role Based across Coventry, Warwickshire & Wolverhampton

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide advanced social work-level services to children, families and courts by

assessing and analysing court applications for any child protection and serious welfare

issues affecting a child or young person. Also, to influence those with parental

responsibility to be more child-focused when needed, to advise the courts and Local

Authorities about safeguarding concerns and about how a child's life can be improved,

supporting judicial case management in the process.

To achieve this, you will need to keep the child at the centre of your work through high

quality direct work with children and their families as well as high quality analysis and

assessment. You will also need to be a skilled negotiator, working persuasively with

family members and professionals on behalf of children. You will need to keep the

child's timescale in the context of the child's journey through childhood and, where

applicable, the care system, at the centre of everything you do and you must be

prepared to advocate in the best interests of the child, ensuring their voice is not lost

in the court arena. You will be required to be a resilient, reflective and accountable

practitioner, possessing good IT and organisational skills, so that you can maintain a

high throughput of outstanding casework.

FCA RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES in line with Cafcass Service Standards.

(Responsibilities and Duties may vary depending upon specific role):

Safeguarding/Child Protection

To provide high quality early safeguarding and child protection advice, assessments

and analysis to the Court on the needs and best interests of children subject to or

involved in Family Proceedings

To ensure that the well-being and safety of the child is paramount throughout Cafcass'

involvement in the case.

To ensure that all incidents or risks of significant harm to the child are dealt with in

accordance with the relevant Local Safeguarding Children's Board (LSCB) procedures

and Cafcass policies and procedures

To directly work with, or on behalf of children & families to achieve safe and positive

outcomes for children, referring to other services where this will produce benefit.

Service Effectiveness Throughput and Productivity

To produce high quality work with a rapid throughput, combining increasing productivity

with quality of casework.

For all work produced to be rated good or outstanding in internal and external audits,

with exceptions tolerated where the learning gained from these exceptions can be

absorbed and applied to future work.

To be fully engaged with Cafcass policy that all cases must be allocated and to adopt

a proportionate approach to work, assessing the needs of the case. In response to

changing demands, the regulating mechanism will be the average time spent on cases;

which is lower when demands are higher and vice versa.

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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