Job Description

The following is essential criteria, please do not apply without:

– Degree in Social Work

– SWE Registration

– Right to work within the UK

The team works with young disabled people planning their transition to adulthood

JOB PURPOSE: Within the framework of legislation, agreed County policies and procedures to work with or on behalf of individuals and families, to assist them to resolve their personal problems and adjust to or change their social environment in order to improve their quality of life.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assess the need for social work service including the identification of risk and the need for protection, determine the method of intervention, and decide and advise on the use of appropriate social services and/or other resources.

2. Liaise and negotiate with other professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure that the best possible service is provided for clients.

3. Manage and monitor an allocated workload within individual and group priorities and County policies, and comply with the statutory obligations of the Group.

4. Maintain appropriate records of work undertaken and carry out required administrative procedures.

5. Prepare for and attend supervision sessions and staff meetings and make use of all available training and development opportunities

6. Contribute to the evaluation and development of services and new ideas by sharing knowledge about theory, skills and practice with other social services staff, professional groups and interested bodies.

7. Supervise students where appropriate.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

What’s on offer for the Social Worker

· Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!

· Excellent management structure with experienced leaders

· Desirable location with excellent transport links

· A stable and well-supported working environment

You must have:

• A professional qualification in social work and experience of working with Children's
• Social Work England registration.
• Post qualified experience.
• Enhanced DBS/Update service.
• References required for the last 5 years of employment.

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

• Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.
• Competitive Rates of pay
• In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support
• Enhanced DBS completed.
• Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team
• An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant
• Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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