About the Role:
We are seeking a qualified Senior Practitioner to join our dedicated Looked after Children Team at Shropshire Council.
Key Responsibilities:
- To visit and work with families as required, assessing and re-assessing children’s needs whilst being looked after by the local authority.
- To act as a Case Manager and co-ordinate appropriate review meetings.
- To act as Key Worker in cases where a CLA Plan is in operation.
- To provide and contribute to Child & Family Assessments as required.
- To contribute to and to develop ways of identifying and assessing children determined to be in need within the criteria set out in the Children’s Services Plan.
- To provide children and families with particular information and advice to assist in resolving problems.
- To liaise with other agencies on behalf of service users, to co-ordinate the various resources and arrange specific types of assistance.
- To carry out statutory duties as authorised by the Service Manager, Safeguarding Service and the Assistant Director and Director of Peoples Services.
- To present evidence and reports to Courts as required.
- To take part in the team’s Duty system as required.
- To maintain computerised records and documentation in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
- To work in collaboration with parents, guardians, carers and other professionals in relation to Children Looked After and to maintain records in accordance with CLA requirements.
Requirements:
- Qualified Social Worker
- Registered with Social Work England
- Eligible to work in the UK
Interested?
For more information on this role or to apply, get in touch with our vendor department who will arrange for a specialist consultant to get in contact with you:
0203 906 8670