Children in Our Care (Court Team)

Agency Social Worker - Children in Our Care (Court Team)Location: Blackburn with DarwenRate: £39 per hourHybrid Working: Office-based 3-4 days per weekBlackburn with Darwen Children''s Services, rated ''Good'' by Ofsted, is seeking an experienced Agency Social Worker to join its Children in Our Care (CIOC) Court Team.This role is primarily focused on care proceedings and court work. While there may be some involvement with children who remain looked after following the conclusion of proceedings, the main responsibility will be managing cases through the court process.Requirements:Minimum 3 years'' post-qualification experienceStrong background in care proceedings, court work, and longer-term safeguardingSocial Work England (SWE) registrationFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicleExperience using Liquidlogic Children''s System (LCS) is desirableAbility to manage a caseload independently while working effectively within a teamExcellent communication skills and the ability to meet local authority and court timescalesWhat''s on offer:Competitive pay rate of £39 per hourHybrid working with a minimum of 3-4 office days per weekOpportunity to join a well-performing local authority with a Good Ofsted ratingIf you have strong court experience and are looking for your next agency opportunity, we''d love to hear from you.Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment ..... full job details .....