Social Worker

Job Description

Cradlefin Consultants are recruiting for a Social Worker who will contribute to a range of voluntary and statutory social work activities and carry out professional social work tasks in accordance with recognised social work procedures, evidence based practice and professional social work ethics in Doncaster.

You must be highly motivated, be willing and enjoy working as part of a team. You will be responsible for managing the support for clients as well as providing cover for staff. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lone work and respond to the individual needs of the people that you support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertake procedurally compliant assessments and section 47 enquiries that clearly identify levels and types of risk or need based on documented evidence
• Record and analyse information gathered during the process of social care assessment in line with the case recording policy, local and national guidance and best practice principles
• Undertake assessments in such a way as to lead to clear associated plans that address the issues identified for children in Doncaster
• Practice with a clear understanding of the relevant legislative principles, an up to date knowledge of research, emerging case law and best practice guidance
• Engage with children, their carers and families in such a way as to clearly understand their circumstances, wishes and feelings and form conclusions which direct longer term interventions focussed on the best interests of the child
• Assist in the provision of court statements and prepare reports that may be required by the courts and bodies in connection with children’s services
• Contribute to the functioning of the team by fully engaging with the support of colleagues, understanding and working within established processes and advising less experienced staff members

Qualifications and Skills required:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Valid HCPC/SWE Registration
• Valid DBS (Update Service)
• Post qualifying experience working with in children
• Driving Licence

It is mandatory for applicants applying for this role to be fully vaccinated against coronavirus and provide proof excluding those who are medically exempt.

If you feel you have the right values and skills to become part of our dynamic team and can deliver high standards of care then we would love to hear to from you!

To apply you have to be a UK resident, due to the high volume of applicants our team will get in touch with you to arrange an interview if you are successful.