Social Worker - Child Protection Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Social Worker - Child Protection Team, Enfield (UK), £34.50 Hourly, Ongoing, Full Time

This is a thrilling opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join the Child Protection Team in Enfield. As part of our dedicated team, you will be working full time to create a safer environment for children and families. With an attractive hourly salary of £34.50, this role offers the perfect blend of professional fulfilment and financial reward. Dive into a position where you can make a tangible impact while enjoying the flexibility and unique benefits of locum work.

Perks and benefits:

- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility and lucrative benefits of an hourly rate, allowing you to maintain a perfect work-life balance while thriving professionally.
- Professional Growth: Gain unparalleled experience and expertise, as you work alongside a dynamic team, enhancing your skills and career prospects.
- Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with a network of professionals, broadening your connections in the social care sector.
- Work Variety: Embrace the variety and new challenges that come with locum work, ensuring no two days are the same.

What you will do:

- Undertake comprehensive assessments and social work services for users and carers in line with the council's statutory duties and powers.
- Safeguard vulnerable children by progressing cases efficiently, utilising both group and independent resources.
- Participate actively in the duty team/rota, handling contacts, referrals, section 47 enquiries, and child and family assessments.
- Manage Care Proceedings and confidently represent the Local Authority in Court.
- Ensure that all interventions are informed by the latest research and best practices.

Requirements:

- A minimum of 3 years of experience in child protection or long-term teams.
- A consistent employment history with evidence of long-term roles, ideally 24 months or more per post.
- No unexplained employment gaps or frequent job changes.
- Meet all criteria for interview consideration.

Enfield is not just a place to work; it is a vibrant community that offers something for everyone. With lush parks, excellent facilities, and a rich cultural heritage, it is a fantastic place to both live and work. Embrace a role that truly makes a difference in one of London's most welcoming locations. Join us in Enfield and contribute to creating positive outcomes for children and families.

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