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Join our dedicated Assessment Team in North Lincolnshire as a Qualified Social Worker specializing in Adult Services. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for assessing the needs of adults, developing care plans, and providing ongoing support to ensure the well-being of vulnerable individuals within our community. Your expertise will contribute to safeguarding and improving the quality of life for those in need, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs and risks. Developing and implementing tailored care plans in accordance with legislation and best practices. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation. Engaging with service users, families, and other professionals to ensure effective service delivery. Participating in team meetings and contributing to service development initiatives.

To be successful in 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). Registered with Social Work England. Experience in adult social work, particularly in assessment and care planning. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with individuals 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 professional growth and work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements, ongoing training and development opportunities, and access to employee assistance programs. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults and possess the skills and qualifications required, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of our team in North Lincolnshire.

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Agency Family Court Adviser - Work to First Hearing, Cafcass |Leicester, Lincoln or Peterborough

Pay: £33ph
Hours: 37 per week

Caritas Recruitment, on behalf of Cafcass, is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join as an Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) within the Private Law teams.

The Role

You will:

Carry out assessments and work directly with children to ensure their wishes and feelings are heard and represented in court.

Apply your expertise in risk assessment and mediation to support safe, child-focused outcomes.

Advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interests of the child.

Manage a demanding caseload with independence, resilience, and strong organisational skills.

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.

Ideally 3+ years' experience in children & families social work.

Experience in Family Court proceedings and knowledge of Public Law.

Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference to children and families while working with a highly respected national organisation.

💡 Referral bonus: Know someone perfect for this role? Successful referrals will receive £300!

Interested? Contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas:
📧 g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com
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If you are a Qualified Social Worker, Supervising Social Worker, Senior Social Worker, Children's Social Worker, Advanced Social Worker, Senior Practitioner, Foster Care Social Worker, IFA Social Worker, Qualified Social Worker, Advanced Social Worker, Social Work Assistant Team Manager / Social Work Deputy Team Manager, Practice Lead, Social Work Team Manager, IRO (Independent Reviewing Officer), LADO (Local Authority Designated Officer) or CP Chair (Child Protection Conference Chair), please get in touch to discuss opportunities!

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

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Experienced Children's Social Worker, who is confident in completing a range of assessments of children and their families, including Child and Family Assessments, Parenting Assessment and Sibling assessments, managing a range of cases, Child in Need, Child Protection, Child in Care, and cases in legal proceedings, both Public and Private Law. The candidate should also ideally have experience of undertaking Joint / Single Agency Children Act 1989 Section 47. The candidate will need to have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and have a working knowledge of Signs of Safety. Whilst the candidate will be supported and supervised by an experienced, permanent Practice Supervisor, it is expected that the candidate will be able to work independently, and be confident in decision making in the best interests of children and families. The candidate will be expected to lead multi - agency plans support children and families, and will have the benefit of working with Lincolnshire strong Early Help / Future 4 Me colleagues. The candidate will be required to be part of a weekly duty rota on a rotation basis, on these weeks the candidate will be required to be office based for all 5 days of the week. On the other three weeks flexible work / home arrangements are in place, with an expectation that the candidate will be in the office 3 days a week, and able to work from home the other 2 (but must be available if required to visit).

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

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