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Day Webster
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Swindon, Wiltshire
Social Worker
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Contract Type: Contract |
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Salary: £29 per hour |
Overview
x2 Qualified Social Workers required within the Leaving Care Team To provide statutory support to with children and families, which includes information and advice, assessment, support planning and safeguarding. Comply with legal frameworks for social care in line with personalisation principles, which aim to put individuals, families and communities at the heart of care and wellbeing. Operate within defined budgets for social care. Work in partnership and liaison with partners, voluntary sector organisations and others to provide coordinated support for individuals and /or families. To ensure accurate and timely recording of all information and activity onto the social care records database in accordance with work targets set by the Team Manager and Supervisor. To have a well-developed understanding of assessment, support planning and the management of risks for individuals and to be able to apply Council policy and procedures. To ensure that Council corporate and service policies and procedures are followed at all times. To contribute proactively to the effective working of the team with positive attitude, by sharing knowledge, offering advice and support and by preparedness to be involved in the development of services. To fully engage and prepare for own supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation, ensuring that continual professional development is evidenced. To be an ambassador for the Council and the department at all times, always representing the Council positively, professionally and appropriately at meetings with individuals and external partners and agencies. Promote equality and diversity best practice in all areas of work. Manage an allocated caseload, including child protection, deemed suitable for a Qualified Social Worker who has completed their AYSE, undertaking assessments and other work to meet statutory requirements.