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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced CIC / LAC - Social Worker to join our team in Darlington. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality support and intervention to children in care (CIC) and looked after children (LAC) to ensure their well-being and development.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

Conducting assessments and developing care plans for CIC and LAC Working collaboratively with families, carers, and other professionals to support the needs of children Advocating for the rights and best interests of children in care Participating in case conferences, reviews, and court hearings as required Providing emotional support and guidance to children and young people in challenging situations

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

Qualified Social Worker with a valid HCPC registration Demonstrated experience working with children in care and looked after children Strong assessment and analytical skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage complex cases

Additional requirements for this role include a clear enhanced DBS check and a full driving license, as the position may involve travel to visit children and attend meetings. We offer a competitive salary, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that values your contribution to improving the lives of vulnerable children.

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We are currently seeking a dedicated Children's SSW to join our CIC Team in Darlington. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality social work services to children and families involved in the Care in the Community (CIC) program. Your primary focus will be on supporting children in care and ensuring their well-being and safety.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

Conducting assessments and developing care plans for children in care Participating in multi-agency meetings and reviews to advocate for the best interests of the children Working collaboratively with foster carers, schools, and other professionals to support the holistic development of children Providing direct support and guidance to children and families in crisis situations Ensuring that all work is carried out in compliance with relevant legislation and policies

The ideal candidate for this role will possess:

A recognized qualification in Social Work and registration with Social Work England Demonstrated experience in working with children and families in a social work setting Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in complex situations Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families from diverse backgrounds Commitment to continuous professional development and a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges

In addition to the essential qualifications and skills, candidates with experience in child protection, court work, or looked after children services will be highly regarded. This position offers a competitive salary, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.

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Darlington Borough Council Assessment and Safeguarding Service are looking to recruit a experienced Agency Senior Practitioner to join the workforce.

This is a locality based service, with 5 Assessment & Safeguarding Teams working across the borough to support children and families. We work with children from the point of referral, completing Child & Families Assessment through to ongoing support and intervention under Child In Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children and completing public and private care proceedings.

Darlington works in a relational and restorative practice model.
We offer a hybrid model of working with office space and the ability to work from home dependent on your own diary/workload commitments. A work laptop, mobile phone and personal safety device will be provided.
You will be able to access the council workforce training programme and provided with regular reflective supervision by your Team Manager.

The post is 37 hrs per week and TOIL will be offered for any hours overtime worked.

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

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