Are you an experienced Children’s Social Worker?
Are you looking to embark on a fulfilling career?
Do you strive to make positive outcomes for vulnerable children?
Yes?
Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Lancashire County Council’s Duty and Assessment Team. This is a full time role, with a fantastic pay rate of 36 per hour.
Benefits:
- Hybrid working
- Mileage reimbursement
- Free parking
- Supervision
- Dedicated consultant – one point of contact
- Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portal
- Weekly payroll
- Competitive pay rates
- Working with a top local authority
- Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality
- Receive up to 300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply)
- Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
- Free healthcare, medical and financial advice available
Responsibilities:
- Respond to new referrals and undertake timely assessments in line with statutory guidelines (including S17 and S47 of the Children Act 1989).
- Complete Child & Family Assessments to identify needs, risks, and necessary interventions.
- Make threshold decisions and determine appropriate levels of support or escalation.
- Carry out strategy discussions and joint visits with police or other professionals when required.
- Initiate and lead Section 47 enquiries when there are safeguarding concerns.
- Present cases to legal gateway for Public Law Outline (PLO) or Care Proceedings where necessary
- Engage children and families in direct work to gain their views and ensure their voices are central to planning.
- Work closely with schools, health professionals, early help, and other agencies to gather information and coordinate responses.
- Prepare clear, analytical reports for Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Reviews, and court.
- Use Signs of Safety framework to assess risk and safety, and inform planning.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of all work on the case management system.
- Attend and contribute to team meetings, supervision, and reflective practice discussions.
- Work flexibly and manage a fast-paced duty rota, balancing crisis work with ongoing assessments.
Requirements:
- Social Work England registered
- Social Work Degree or equivalent
- Enhanced DBS
Experience:
- Children
If you have any further questions, or wish to apply for this role then please contact Hannah on (phone number removed) otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon.
Are you thinking about a change in your career but not sure about this role? Whether you are an existing candidate, new to the locum market and are exploring some options or looking for a new permanent role, we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility. If you wish to discuss this further please call (phone number removed) and we would be happy to have a confidential discussion.
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