Connect2Surrey | Surrey County Council

Locum Social Worker - Childrens Services

Safeguarding

In Surrey's Children, Families and Lifelong Learning services, we feel proud to have careers with a purpose, in many different roles, working closely with partners, that support real people and real lives.

Responsibilities:

• Protecting children and young people from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
• Conducting thorough assessments of children and families where there are concerns about abuse or neglect.
• Gathering information from various sources, including the child, family members, schools, healthcare providers and other relevant parties, to evaluate the level of risk and determine appropriate interventions.
• Developing and implementing child protection plans aimed at mitigating risks and ensuring the safety of children.
• Participating in case meetings, child protection conferences and court proceedings as necessary.
• Advocating for the best interests of the child and ensuring that safeguarding measures are effectively implemented.
• Engaging in preventative work, such as delivering training & awareness-raising initiatives within communities, schools and other settings to promote early identification of risks and improve safeguarding practices.

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children and families in a social work setting, for a minimum of three years.
• A degree in social work.
• Registration with Social Work England as a Qualified Social Worker.
• Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to identify risks and develop effective intervention plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• A commitment to upholding the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity.

Benefits:

• Competitive rates commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth.
• Meaningful work that makes a positive impact on the lives of children and families in need.

Should your skillset meet the criteria, please forward a copy of your CV to;

Connect2Surrey, part of Surrey County Council & Kent Commercial Services LLP, is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business and positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.