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We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Permanent Children's Social Worker to join our Early Help Team in Southend on Sea. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for providing support and intervention to children and families in need, with a focus on early intervention and prevention.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

Conducting assessments and developing care plans for children and families Delivering direct intervention and support services to children and families Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to ensure the best outcomes for children Participating in case conferences and reviews to monitor progress and make informed decisions Keeping accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions and interventions

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

Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England Experience working within a children's social work setting, preferably in early help or safeguarding Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make evidence-based decisions Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children and families Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team, with a proactive and solution-focused approach

In addition to the essential qualifications and skills, candidates with experience in working with diverse communities and a commitment to promoting the well-being of children and families are highly desirable. 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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We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's Social Worker to join our Early Help Team in Southend-on-Sea. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing support and intervention services to children and families in need.

Key responsibilities and duties:

Conducting assessments and developing care plans for children at risk Working collaboratively with families, schools, and other agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of children Providing direct support and guidance to children and families in crisis situations Advocating for the best interests of children and ensuring their voices are heard Participating in case conferences, court hearings, and multidisciplinary meetings

Essential qualifications and skills:

Qualified Social Worker with a recognized social work qualification Registered with Social Work England Demonstrated experience working with children and families in a social work setting Strong assessment and analytical skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Additional requirements or benefits:

Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies related to children's services Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a complex caseload Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development Competitive salary and benefits package A supportive and collaborative team environment Read less

Children Looked After (CLA) Social Worker - Southend City Council
Rate: £38.00 per hour (non-negotiable)
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Working Pattern: 2 days per week in the office
Driving Requirement: Must drive and have access to a vehicle

For an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com

Southend City Council is seeking an experienced Children Looked After (CLA) Social Worker to join our dedicated team

To be considered, you must:
✔️ Be a currently practising CLA Social Worker
✔️ Be able to travel to Southend and work 2 days per week in the office
✔️ Drive and have access to your own car

This is a stable, well-supported placement with a team that values consistency and professional expertise in CLA work. Only applicants meeting all the above criteria will be contacted.

For an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com

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

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As a professional, Social Work England (SWE) registered social worker, you will support adults aged 18 and over, young people transitioning to adult social care and their carers, who are ordinary residents in Southend, playing a key role in promoting independence, wellbeing, and choice by providing a proactive, preventative, strengths-based social work service.

You will work directly with individuals and their carers to help them understand their strengths, assets, and desired outcomes; empowering them to identify and build solutions that enable them to lead safe, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

Manage a complex and diverse caseload while operating at all times within the Professional Capabilities Framework (link), carrying out strengths-based statutory assessments and reviews, specialist mental capacity assessments, and safeguarding investigations.

For more information please send an up to date copy of your CV to [email protected]

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

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Children Looked After (CLA) Social Worker - Southend City Council
Rate: £38.00 per hour (non-negotiable)
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Working Pattern: 2 days per week in the office
Driving Requirement: Must drive and have access to a vehicle

For an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com

Southend City Council is seeking an experienced Children Looked After (CLA) Social Worker to join our dedicated team

To be considered, you must:
✔️ Be a currently practising CLA Social Worker
✔️ Be able to travel to Southend and work 2 days per week in the office
✔️ Drive and have access to your own car

This is a stable, well-supported placement with a team that values consistency and professional expertise in CLA work. Only applicants meeting all the above criteria will be contacted.

For an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com

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

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About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Supervising Social Worker to join our Fostering Support Team. This role is an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality support to foster carers, ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people in care. You will work closely with foster carers, children, and partner agencies to promote stability and positive placements.

Key Responsibilities:Provide ongoing support and supervision to foster carers, ensuring high standards of care.Conduct regular visits and assessments to monitor and review placements.Offer guidance, training, and professional development opportunities to foster carers.Work collaboratively with other professionals, including local authorities, health services, and education providers.Undertake necessary safeguarding responsibilities, ensuring child protection protocols are followed.Contribute to placement matching, recruitment, and retention of foster carers.Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with fostering regulations and policies.Participate in on-call duties as required.Requirements:Degree in Social Work (or equivalent) and registered with Social Work England.Experience in fostering, children's services, or a related field.Strong knowledge of fostering regulations, child protection, and safeguarding procedures.Ability to build strong relationships with foster carers and young people.Excellent assessment, report writing, and communication skills.A commitment to promoting positive outcomes for children in care.Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

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

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About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Practitioner to join our Children Looked After (CLA) team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that children in care receive the highest quality support, stability, and opportunities to thrive. You will work collaboratively with children, families, foster carers, and partner agencies to deliver positive outcomes and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Key ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality social work support to children looked after, ensuring their needs are met in line with statutory regulations and best practice.Take a leading role in case management, supporting less experienced social workers and contributing to their development through mentoring and guidance.Develop and implement care plans, ensuring the voice of the child is central to all decision-making processes.Conduct risk assessments and intervene effectively in complex cases to ensure the safety and well-being of children.Work closely with multi-agency professionals, including health, education, and legal services, to coordinate support for children in care.Attend court proceedings as necessary, preparing reports and giving evidence when required.Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and reflective supervision to maintain high standards of practice.Keep accurate and up-to-date records in line with local authority policies and procedures.Essential CriteriaDegree in Social Work (or equivalent) and Social Work England registration.Significant post-qualification experience in children's social care, specifically within a Children Looked After team or similar setting.Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and 2004, and an understanding of safeguarding and corporate parenting responsibilities.Proven ability to manage complex cases and make sound professional judgments.Experience of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes.Excellent assessment, communication, and report-writing skills.Commitment to promoting the welfare and rights of children in care.Willingness to travel within the local authority area as required.Desirable CriteriaExperience in supervising or mentoring junior social workers.Additional qualifications in therapeutic or systemic practice.Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and working with children with complex needs.

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

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