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Are you a passionate and dedicated Qualified Social Worker looking to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Join our Family Support Team in Oldham, where you will play a crucial role in providing essential support and guidance to families in need. We are seeking a dynamic individual who is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare while working collaboratively with families to empower them and strengthen their relationships.

As a Children's Social Worker within the Family Support Team, your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the needs of children and families. Developing and implementing tailored support plans in collaboration with families and other professionals. Providing direct support and intervention to families, ensuring the safety and well-being of children. Maintaining accurate and timely records in accordance with local authority policies and procedures. Participating in multi-agency meetings and contributing to case discussions to ensure a holistic approach to family support.

To be considered for this role, you will need the following essential qualifications and skills:

A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work or equivalent). Registration with Social Work England. Experience working with children and families in a social work setting. Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make sound judgments. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to working with families.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive work environment that encourages professional development and growth. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, access to training and supervision, and opportunities for career progression within the organization. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of children and families in Oldham!

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Join our dedicated team in Oldham as a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) specializing in Child Protection (CP) and Children in Need (CIN) cases. We are seeking a passionate and skilled professional to support vulnerable children and their families, ensuring their safety and well-being. As part of our team, you will play a vital role in making a positive impact on the lives of children and families in our community.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families in need of support. Developing and implementing effective care plans in collaboration with families and other professionals. Managing a caseload of complex cases, ensuring timely interventions and follow-ups. Participating in multi-agency meetings to promote integrated support for families. Providing guidance and support to families to empower them in overcoming challenges. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with local policies.

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

A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent). Registration with Social Work England. Experience in child protection and safeguarding practices. Strong assessment and analytical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including:

Regular supervision and support from experienced managers. Access to training and development opportunities. A flexible working environment to promote work-life balance. Generous annual leave and pension scheme.

If you are a committed social worker looking to make a difference in the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to become part of our dynamic team in Oldham and help us create a safer, brighter future for our community.

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Join our dedicated Children's Social Work team in Oldham, where we are committed to safeguarding and improving the lives of children and families in our community. We are seeking a passionate and qualified Social Worker to contribute to our Child Protection and Safeguarding Team. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the welfare of vulnerable children and supporting families to thrive.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting assessments and developing care plans for children and families in need of support. Working collaboratively with multi-agency teams to ensure effective safeguarding measures are in place. Providing ongoing support and intervention to families, including crisis intervention and advocacy. Maintaining accurate records and case documentation in compliance with legal and organizational standards. Participating in court proceedings and presenting evidence as required.

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following qualifications and skills:

A recognized Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent). Registration with Social Work England. Experience in child protection and safeguarding practices. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being, including flexible working arrangements, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to provide the best possible care and support.

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

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You will work as part of a co-located multi-agency team, which includes representatives from Greater Manchester Police, Health, Community Safety, Adult Social Care, IDVA and the Prevention Hub, this co-location enables more effective communication between partner agencies. As a Duty and Advice social worker you will be required to respond to contacts made to the MASH in a timely way to identify and secure the most appropriate service to support and safeguard children and families. As a Duty and Advice social worker you will communicate with families, partner agencies and members of the public members of the public and partner agencies to enable you to gain details and enable strong evidenced based decision making in line with our practice standards and statutory duties. You will have a good understanding of statutory social worker functions and be confident in making informed threshold decisions.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and therefore expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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

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