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Ackerman Pierce
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Penzance, Cornwall
Qualified Social Worker - Child Protection Team
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Job Description
We are looking to recruit a Child Protection Social Worker within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Cornwall is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Cornwall Council Main duties include: * Assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services * Experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families * Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect vulnerable people * Required to manage an agreed case load, offer support and guidance and monitor, review and reassess care packages/services to ensure continued effectiveness * Be able to assess risks, needs and information, and recognise problems * Must be computer literate and have basic numeracy skills * Must be able to fulfil transport requirements * Working with longer term Children in Need, children subject to Child Protection plans including PLO Benefits of Working with Cornwall Council: Our Client has free onsite parking with the opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority. They offer a very competitive pay rate which exceeds most of the surrounding areas. Minimum Requirements: * SWE Registration * 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry * Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) * Eligibility to work in the UK Why Choose Ackerman Pierce? Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment industry where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process. To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities we have in Cornwall please contact George Willett or email in your updated CV to us today.