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Social Workers - Children Assessment Teams Solihull
Job Posted: 19 days ago
Salary: £ 29.07 - 33.33 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Solihull, West Midlands
Expire in: 9 days
Job Description
Your new company
Solihull Council is currently seeking experienced and passionate Social Workers to join our Children's Assessment Teams within the Integrated Front Door Service. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a well-established, supportive, and forward-thinking local authority.
Your new role
As a Social Worker in our Children's Assessment Teams within the Integrated Front Door Service, you will undertake assessments under Section 17 and Section 47 of the Children Act.Complete Child Impact Reports (similar to Section 7 reports)Deliver high-quality, timely interventions to improve outcomes for children and familiesWork collaboratively with partner agencies, including police, health, and educationMaintain accurate records and produce detailed reports for statutory reviews and court proceedingsTeams operate on a duty rota, with each team on duty one week in every four. During duty weeks, staff are expected to be office-based, and two days per week when not on duty.
Why Join Solihull?Stable and supportive service - vacancies are due to internal promotionsManageable caseloads - average of 16-20 childrenRegular supervision - monthly 1:1s, group supervision, and bi-monthly service development workshopsProfessional development - excellent training opportunitiesPositive working culture - approachable managers and strong inter-agency relationshipsValued workforce - agency staff consistently report feeling supported and appreciatedRequirements
What you'll need to succeed
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
Minimum of 3 years post-qualifying experience in statutory children's services
Experience in duty and assessment work
Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation and child development
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-agency environment
Must be a driver with access to a car due to the semi-rural nature of the boroughWhat you'll get in return
To be successful, you will need to
Have a recognised professional Social Work qualification (MA/BA/B.Sc. in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work or CQSW)
Social Work England registration
2 year post-qualifying permanent experience.
Previous experience working within Social Work adults services
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to travel as required.What you need to do now
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