Social Worker Children''s Services

Children''s Social WorkerFamily Help - Safeguarding TeamLocumOngoing AssignmentSocial Workers - 38- 4 Hampshire County Council are recruiting a Children''s Social Workers in their Family Help Safeguarding Teams in HampshireResponsibilities:To have a mixed caseload of families spanning early help and children in needTo co- work families alongside our Family PractitionerTo work within a smaller defined location/ geographical areTo build links with partners/ organisations within local communitiesKnowledge of child protection legislation and understanding of child protection issues and substitute careAssessments of risks protection and social care needs of individuals, carers, familiesUndertake joint assessments to ensure all risks consideredTake appropriate action in conjunction with other agencies and within legal and statutory framework, to protect vulnerable peopleMonitor, review and re asses care packages/services against identified risksRequirements3 years post qualifying experience as a permanent employeeSocial work degreeExperience of working with children and families in social work settingKnowledge of child protection legislation and understanding of child protection issues and substitute careBenefitsA 9 day working fortnightAnnual leave of 25 days per annumA personal assistant, who will provide crucial back office support to free up your time to focus on professional practice.A hybrid tablet device, so you can work more effectively and flexibly.5 personal development ..... full job details .....