Qualified Social Worker

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Social Worker to join our dedicated Children’s safeguarding team. This opportunity will allow a Qualified Social Worker to have the opportunity to both develop themselves professionally and make a positive contribution to the work and development of our Children’s Safeguarding Team. You will need to be a confident communicator, quick learner, 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. The post holder will be experienced in managing conflicting priorities, managing risk and making quick evidence based. Bury will support your professional development with formal and informal supervision. Practitioner. If you are a team player, good communicator, eager to learn and develop yourself and others, have a commitment to service quality and service standards then this is an ideal opportunity for you to further your skills and knowledge. This role will also take part in the development of the Greater Manchester locality plan which is an exciting opportunity to be able to shape the future of social care in Bury. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Bury are offering a competitive hourly rate of £33 dependent upon experience, 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 Bury’s offer to you: · A bespoke workplace that has been specifically designed for Social Workers right in the centre of Bury with your own desk and free parking facilities next to the office · 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 · Excellent Continuing Professional Development opportunities · 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. Bury wants you to: · Be dedicated to child centred practice, listening to children and young people and taking action to improve their lives · Hold a relevant Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England · Have the skill and abilities to analyse information, undertake assessments, maintain records and create plans that are SMART and deliver interventions that meet the needs of children and families with an unwavering focus on outcomes · Be committed to being part of Bury Council and making sure that you deliver their vision for children through their Improvement Plans · Have a multi-agency approach to working together with whoever needs to play their part in helping the child and their family to achieve their goals · Be creative in developing positive and effective relationships with the child and their family or carers that enables direct work to be completed successfully and change sustained 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 at all times · 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 · Provide you with the best rates available within your area of expertise · Always be there for you as/when you need to speak with us