About the Role:
We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join our dedicated Adolescent team at Surrey County Council.
Social workers in Surrey will be supported to develop high levels of skill in motivational practice which they will use to help parents identify the aspects of their lives/behaviours that they want to change and provide the help and support to families, on a partnership basis, that they need to support them in their change.
 Key Responsibilities:
Casework Management
• Take professional responsibility as directed for managing a caseload which will include individuals, children, families and carers who require support
and guidance. Enable them to identify their needs and plan support to meet those needs using the full range of options, seeking advice and support
where appropriate.
• Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making.
Assessment and Review
• Use assessment procedures discerningly in response to the presenting needs and to ensure that a proportionate assessment is completed in a way
that enables maximum participation.
Advice and Guidance
• Provide information, advice and guidance in line with current national legislation and to recognise the need for, and appropriately signpost to other
agencies, services or providers.
Safeguarding
• Understand the forms of harm and their impact on people and be able to identify safeguarding concerns.
• Where relevant and with support undertake assessment and planning for safeguarding.
Staff Development
• Share and present professional knowledge and expertise with colleagues within the team.
• When appropriate provide professional reflective supervision to staff who are not professionally qualified.
Data Quality
• Take professional and personal responsibility for clear recording of analysis and judgements, maintaining up to date case work records on the
database as required by Surrey County Council.
• Take responsibility for working within the Directorate’s data protection policies.
 Requirements:
- Qualified Social Worker
- Registered with Social Work England (SWE)
- 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