Qualified Social Worker

We have an excellent opportunity to work as a Qualified Social Worker (AP) with Wakefield Council. With a strong and unshakable belief that social work is human rights, you will practice in a setting where your colleagues believe that people are happiest and at their most healthy and safe when they are at home, surrounded by people they love and who love them. You will be a qualified; Social Work England registered Social Worker looking for a creative change. You will need to be a confident communicator, adaptable, have a real can-do approach, you must demonstrate sound professional knowledge particularly with regards to current legislation including that of Safeguarding Children. You will need to be able to work autonomously and be person centred in your approach ensuring a commitment to making safeguarding personal. Wakefield are offering a competitive hourly rate of up to £38 dependant on exp , with career progression available, and an employment offer that can’t be beaten. Once you join TeamPortman you will never want to work with any other agency Wakefield’s offer to you: Access to the latest technologies to help you to do the job, including a personal laptop and mobile phone You will benefit from regular reflective supervision and a strong management oversight An Employment Assistance Scheme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support Reimbursement of mileage and expenses Supportive management structure and open-door policy Wakefield want you to Contribute to a wide range of statutory social work activities and carry out professional social work tasks in accordance with recognised social work procedures, Signs of Safety, evidence-based practice and professional social work ethics. Hold and manage a caseload appropriate to grade and length of experience including Children in Need, Child Protection and Looked after Children as allocated by the Team Manager. Meet the social work needs of children, young people, their families and carers by assessing, arranging, co-ordinating, providing and monitoring plans for children with multi-agency partners to ensure good timely outcomes for children and young people. Develop effective relationships with children, young people and their families and carers to provide a high-quality service which will improve outcomes for the children and young people of Wakefield Portman’s commitment to you Never forget that that you are an essential part of our business Treat you as a professional person, with respect and consideration always Ensure that you are paid every time, on-time and without issues Keep you fully informed ‘in the loop’ with regard to suitable bookings as they arise