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Join our dedicated Long Term Team in Newcastle as a Children’s Social Worker (SSW) and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. We are seeking passionate and qualified professionals who are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. In this role, you will work collaboratively with families, schools, and other agencies to provide effective support and interventions to enhance the wellbeing of children in need.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify their needs and strengths. Developing and implementing tailored support plans in conjunction with families and multi-agency partners. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of casework and interventions in line with statutory requirements. Attending court hearings and providing expert testimony when required. Participating in regular team meetings and supervision to ensure best practice and continuous professional development.

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

A recognized social work qualification (e.g., BA/MA in Social Work). Registration with the appropriate professional body (e.g., Social Work England). Proven experience in children's social work, particularly in long-term case management. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children and families from diverse backgrounds. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload efficiently.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive work environment with ongoing training and professional development opportunities. You will have access to regular supervision, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package, including annual leave and pension contributions. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and contribute to the welfare of children in Newcastle, we encourage you to apply today!

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We are currently recruiting for experienced Social Workers with a minimum of 3 years post qualifying experience who have working knowledge of Public and Private Law for Cafcass , Newcastle upon Tyne

This role is hybrid,

Duties Include:

Providing services to children, families and courts

Assessing and analysing court applications for any child protection and serious welfare issues affecting a child or young person

Undertaking Quality Assurance, case file reviews, review transfers in and out and case management

Completing assessments, including section 7's

Providing information to the courts on matters involving children both public and private law,

Working with legal representatives and social work staff from other agencies, providing adoption advice and guidance, and overseeing practice

Working with Caritas Recruitment offers you a number of benefits including:

Award winning contractor care service with access to your own specialist, dedicated Consultant

Access to every social work job across 180 authorities and private organisations throughout the UK

Opportunity to earn up to £1,500 in Referral Bonus's per annum

Free DBS and compliance service

For more information on this and other roles please contact Andy Scully

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

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We are currently recruiting for an IRO / Independent Reviewing Officer for Child Protection reviews for Gateshead Social Services in the North East

You need to work worked in a similar roles previously. Currently working from home and office

The role is to undertake the statutory role of IRO for children in care, undertake the role of Independent Chairperson for Initial Child Protection Conferences and Child Protection Reviews, undertake foster carer reviews as needed. We offer training opportunities with induction provided dependent on candidate's need, regular supervision, fortnightly team meetings/IRO Group Supervision, Hybrid working and free parking at the office base.

Working with Caritas Recruitment offers you a number of benefits including:

Your own dedicated specialist consultantAccess to the widest variety of social work jobs across 180 authorities and private organisations throughout the UKPrompt and reliable payrollFree DBS and compliance service£500 referral fee

For more information on this role or any other roles in the North East please contact ANDY SCULLY

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

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We are currently recruiting for Newcastle Social Services

This is an excellent opportunity to join the Duty and Assessment, or Child Protection / Safeguarding Teams in Newcastle, all within well established Teams

The positions will be for a period of 3 to 6 months.

The team are a well-established, experienced team with their work covering the full range of statutory duties in the delivery of the service.

You MUST be a Qualified Social Worker and be currently registered with Social Work England otherwise your application will be rejected.

There is parking available, and working from home is possible.

If you are an experienced social worker and would like to be considered for this role please contact Andy Scully at [email protected]

Working with Caritas Recruitment offers you a number of benefits including:

Your own dedicated specialist consultantAccess to the widest variety of social work jobs across 180 authorities and private organisations throughout the UKPrompt and reliable payrollFree DBS and compliance service£500 referral fee

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

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We are currently recruiting for Newcastle Social Services

This is an excellent opportunity to join the Duty and Assessment, or Child Protection / Safeguarding Teams in Newcastle, all within well established Teams

The positions will be for a period of 3 to 6 months.

The team are a well-established, experienced team with their work covering the full range of statutory duties in the delivery of the service.

You MUST be a Qualified Social Worker and be currently registered with Social Work England otherwise your application will be rejected.

There is parking available, and working from home is possible.

If you are an experienced social worker and would like to be considered for this role please contact Andy Scully at [email protected]

Working with Caritas Recruitment offers you a number of benefits including:

Your own dedicated specialist consultantAccess to the widest variety of social work jobs across 180 authorities and private organisations throughout the UKPrompt and reliable payrollFree DBS and compliance service£500 referral fee

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

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We are currently recruiting for Newcastle Social Services

This is an excellent opportunity to join the Duty and Assessment, or Child Protection / Safeguarding Teams in Newcastle, all within well established Teams

The positions will be for a period of 3 to 6 months.

The team are a well-established, experienced team with their work covering the full range of statutory duties in the delivery of the service.

You MUST be a Qualified Social Worker and be currently registered with Social Work England otherwise your application will be rejected.

There is parking available, and working from home is possible.

If you are an experienced social worker and would like to be considered for this role please contact Andy Scully at [email protected]

Working with Caritas Recruitment offers you a number of benefits including:

Your own dedicated specialist consultantAccess to the widest variety of social work jobs across 180 authorities and private organisations throughout the UKPrompt and reliable payrollFree DBS and compliance service£500 referral fee

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

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