Qualified Social Worker

Randstad Care ,
Stockton-on-Tees, Durham
Job Type: Full-time

Overview

If your passion is in social care don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to work within this outstanding authority. Stockton on Tee's Borough Council is currently looking for a Social Worker to join their Fieldwork Team North. The team is based in Stirling House, Thornaby & is offering a three month contract with the view to extend. Client & Benefits As well as being a supportive authority offers: Offering flexible working, incorporating consolidated working (e.g. working 9 out of 10 days (74 hours) Designated working area Free access to our in-house training facilities Clear progression routes Access to their own IT equipment which can be used both in the office and remotely. Ample free parking available for all staff at this office. Benefits of Randstad An unlimited referral incentive, £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us Full range of training available Support & training in line with HCPC A committed & dedicated consultant Salary This full time position offers an attractive hourly rate of up to £25 an hour (Umbrella) Responsibilities Managing a caseload of children in need, child protection and court cases. Ability to work in partnership with both children and their families Ability to work alongside other key practitioners planning for the best interest of children Work to a high standard of practice Ability to problem solve liaising with other professional bodies where appropriate Undertaking Safeguarding enquiries Setting & maintaining high standards Complete in-depth reports in both a timely and analytically manner. The successful candidate must Be passionate about improving the lives of young children & their families Be a qualified social worker Be HCPC registered Have excellent skills and knowledge in the completion of Single Assessments Have experience in managing Child Protection cases, cases within both Private and Public Proceedings and knowledge of the Public Law Outline. If you wish to apply for this role or would like to discuss other opportunities available within social care please contact Ethan Proud on 01912331381 or Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.