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We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's Social Worker to join our Assessment Team in Stoke on Trent. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for conducting assessments and providing support to children and families in need.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

Conducting thorough assessments to determine the needs and risks faced by children and families. Developing and implementing care plans in collaboration with other professionals and agencies. Providing direct support and intervention to children and families to promote their well-being and safety. Participating in multi-agency meetings and case conferences to ensure coordinated and effective support. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records and reports in accordance with regulatory standards.

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

Qualified Social Worker with relevant experience in children's services. Registered with Social Work England and up-to-date with CPD requirements. Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make evidence-based decisions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with children and families from diverse backgrounds. Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced and challenging environment, prioritizing workload and managing competing demands.

Additional requirements for this position include a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for work-related travel. Benefits of joining our team include ongoing training and development opportunities, a supportive work environment, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families.

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Qualified Adults Social Worker | Community Team | Stoke

Qualified Adults Social Worker / Social Work Professional required to join a Community teamHybrid working - 2 days per week in officeOffice base: StokeYou must have a social work qualification and full SWE registration as well as relevant experience to be consideredPay rate £30-£35ph

To be considered, it is essential that you have a recognised Social Work qualification (Social Work Degree or Diploma in Social Work) and full Social Work England registration as well as recent or significant relevant experience in a similar role.

Delivering a high quality, strengths-based approach to statutory social care service, ensuring that adults and their families and carers:

Are able to seek strengths-based solutions, assess, manage and review their own needs and risks, maximise their own independence and self-direct their responses to deliver agreed outcomesCan access personalised care and support to meet their assessed needs and maintain themselves in the communityAre protected and safeguardedEnsuring that people are fully involved and empowered throughout their contact with the serviceEnsuring that the person is fully understood in order that the most appropriate tailored solutions can be offered.Identifying and addressing any system barriers which prevent the people from experiencing the most efficient and effective journey through the serviceEnsuring that people are empowered, connected, independent and have an improved sense of well-being through the provision of outcome focused supportMeet with people regularly to discuss their experiences of the service to drive further

If you are interested in discussing this position in more detail please call Davina Cripps on 07385 031109 or email [email protected]

Caritas Recruitment recently won The Fore:Two Group Candidate Experience Award at the prestigious TIARA Awards so if you're looking for a better candidate experience from your agency, get yourself registered with us today! We supply Qualified Social Work staff to over 150 local authorities, UK wide, on a permanent and temporary (locum/contract) basis.

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

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