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We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's Social Worker to join our Locality Team in Gloucestershire. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality social work services to children and families within the local community.

Key responsibilities and duties:

Undertaking assessments of children and families to identify risks and needs Developing and implementing care plans to ensure the safety and well-being of children Working collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to provide holistic support Participating in case conferences, court proceedings, and reviews as required Advocating for the rights and best interests of children in line with legislation and policies

Essential qualifications and skills:

Qualified Social Worker with a recognized social work qualification Registered with Social Work England Experience working within a children's social care setting Strong assessment and analytical skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Additional requirements and benefits:

Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a complex caseload Commitment to continuous professional development and learning Opportunities for training and career progression within the organization Competitive salary and benefits package Supportive team environment and opportunities for flexible working arrangements Read less

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join our Children's Locality Team in Gloucestershire. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality social work services to children and families in need.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

Undertaking assessments of children and families to identify their needs and develop appropriate care plans. Working collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure the best outcomes for children and families. Providing support and guidance to children and families to promote their well-being and safeguarding. Participating in case conferences, court proceedings, and reviews to advocate for the best interests of children. Keeping accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions and interventions.

The ideal candidate will possess:

A recognized Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England. Demonstrated experience working in a similar role within a Children's Services setting. Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with children, families, and colleagues. Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to professional standards and ethics.

Additional requirements for this role include a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for travel within the locality. In return, we offer a competitive salary, ongoing training and development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that values your contributions to improving the lives of children and families in Gloucestershire.

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We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's FCA (Family Court Advisor) to join our team at Cafcass. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for providing high-quality social work services to children and families involved in the family court system. Your role will involve working closely with children, parents, and other professionals to ensure the best interests of the child are at the forefront of all decision-making processes.

Key responsibilities and duties:

Conducting thorough assessments of children and families to inform court proceedings Providing expert reports and recommendations to the family court Advocating for the needs and rights of children throughout the legal process Working collaboratively with external agencies and professionals to support positive outcomes for children Attending court hearings and representing Cafcass in a professional manner

Essential qualifications and skills:

Qualified Social Worker with HCPC registration Experience working with children and families in a social work capacity Strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding principles Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a demanding workload

Additional requirements or benefits:

Knowledge of the family court system and relevant legislation Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and expertise A supportive and collaborative team environment Competitive salary and benefits package The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families Read less

We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to work in our Children & Families Team in Stroud , where they will hold a caseload of children and provide an effective, evidence-based intervention with consideration of timeliness and impact. The caseload for this team will be a mix of CIN, CP & CIC which includes some court work with a caseload of around 18.
We are committed to ensuring we have a flexible workforce who can manage their work and home life and to do this, we would consider some home working where the role allows, together with flexible working where it meets the needs of the team as well as the children and families. The candidate will be provided with a laptop and smart phone to assist with this and the expectation is that the worker will be in the office 3 days per week. All children are to be seen face to face unless you have COVID confirmed.

Gloucestershire County Council are committed to ensuring our agency Social Workers are supported to carry out their roles, so our expenses package for either accommodation or mileage up to £150 per week remains in place. Terms and Conditions will apply.

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

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We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's Social Worker to join our CIC Team in Gloucestershire. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for providing support and services to children in care, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

Undertaking assessments and creating care plans for children in care Working collaboratively with families, carers, and other professionals to support the needs of children Participating in case conferences and reviews to monitor progress and make recommendations Advocating for the best interests of children and ensuring they are safeguarded from harm Providing emotional support and guidance to children and young people in challenging situations

The ideal candidate will possess:

A recognized Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England Demonstrated experience working with children and families in a social care setting Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families

Additional requirements for this role include a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for travel within the community. 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 children in care.

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We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's Social Worker to join our Children and Families Team in Gloucestershire. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality social work services to children and families in need, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Key responsibilities and duties include:

Undertaking assessments to identify the needs and risks faced by children and families Developing and implementing care plans to support and safeguard children Working collaboratively with partner agencies to provide holistic support Participating in case conferences and court proceedings as required Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records

The ideal candidate for this position will possess:

A recognized social work qualification and registration with Social Work England Demonstrated experience in working with children and families in a social work setting Strong assessment and analytical skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Additional requirements for this role 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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We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate Children's Social Worker to join our Fostering Team in Gloucestershire. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the safety and well-being of children in foster care, providing support to both the children and their foster families.

Key responsibilities and duties:

Assessing and monitoring the needs of children in care Developing and implementing care plans Providing direct support and guidance to foster carers Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences Advocating for the best interests of the children

Essential qualifications and skills:

Qualified Social Worker with relevant experience in children's services Registered with Social Work England Strong assessment and case management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage challenging situations

Additional requirements and benefits:

Driving license and access to a vehicle for travel within the region Opportunities for continuous professional development and training Competitive salary and benefits package Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression

If you are a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker looking to make a positive impact on the lives of children in foster care, we would love to hear from you. Join our team in Gloucestershire and help us provide the best possible support to vulnerable children and families.

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We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Qualified Social Worker to join our Children's TM - Locality Team in Gloucestershire. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality social work support to children and families within the locality, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Key responsibilities and duties:

Undertake assessments of children and families to identify their needs and risks Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with service users and other professionals Provide direct support and intervention to children and families, promoting positive outcomes Participate in multi-agency meetings and reviews to ensure coordinated and effective service delivery Conduct home visits and assessments to monitor the progress and safety of children in need

Essential qualifications and skills:

Qualified Social Worker with a valid registration with Social Work England Experience working within a children's social care setting, preferably within a locality team Strong assessment and analytical skills with the ability to make evidence-based decisions Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with children and families Ability to work under pressure, manage caseloads efficiently, and meet deadlines

Additional requirements:

Full driving license and access to a vehicle for travel within the locality Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to professional standards Opportunity for flexible working arrangements and a supportive team environment Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension scheme and generous annual leave

If you are a dedicated social worker looking to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families in Gloucestershire, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position in our Children's TM - Locality Team. Join us in making a difference and shaping a brighter future for vulnerable children in our community.

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We are operating to a hybrid way of working. All staff work in the office to complete visits and to provide a duty service and at home to complete administrative tasks. All children are to be seen face to face unless you have COVID confirmed. The candidate will be expected to be in the office more in the initial stages of employment to help build the team cohesion and feeling of stability. The candidate will be provided with a laptop and smart phone to assist with this.

Gloucestershire County Council are committed to ensuring our agency Social Workers are supported to carry out their roles, so our expenses package for either accommodation or mileage up to £150 per week remains in place. Terms and Conditions will apply.

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

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Qualified Social Worker | Youth Justice Team | Gloucestershire County Council *

Qualified Social Worker / Social Work Professional required to join a statutory Youth Justice TeamHybrid workingOffice base: Gloucester, Shire Hall*You must have a social work qualification and full SWE registration as well as relevant experience to be consideredIf you are interested in discussing this position in more detail, or you would like to register with Caritas for work, please call Anton Mostert on 07824534126 or email [email protected]

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.

The ideal candidate will have:

Graduate or equivalent professional qualification e.g. criminal justice, social care, probation.At least 2 years practice experience of working with vulnerable children and young people, preferably within a youth justice setting.Knowledge and understanding of the youth justice system, and the complex issues that affect children and young people within the youth justice system.Recent experience of managing a caseload of children and young people- undertaking assessments of risk and need, developing plans, and delivering interventions that effect positive change and manage risk.Knowledge and experience of managing out of court disposals and statutory court orders.Excellent skills in the preparation and delivery of verbal and written reports, preferably with experience of working in Court.

Caritas Recruitment are a specialist recruitment agency for Qualified Social Workers at all levels. We supply Qualified Social Work staff to over 150 local authorities, UK wide, on a permanent and temporary (locum/contract) basis. If you know of someone who might be interested in this vacancy please ask them to get in touch; we offer a £300 referral bonus scheme for each friend/colleague you refer plus an additional £500 on your fifth referral!

Reasons to register with Caritas:-

Honest & Supportive Career ConsultantAdditional Dedicated Payroll ConsultantHolistic Support Package for Mental and Physical WellbeingAccess to the broadest range of temporary and permanent vacancies nationwideAccess to Exclusive ProjectsSubsidised trainingFree DBS checkCV writing serviceInterview technique coaching

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

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