Social Worker - Walton-on-Thames, United Kingdom - Connect2Surrey

Connect2Surrey

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Walton-on-Thames, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

I have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to work in a dynamic and exciting Family Safeguarding Team based in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey.

Roles and 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 fullrange 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 recordson the database as required by Surrey County Council.
Take responsibility for working within the Directorate's data protection policies.

Pay rate - Up to £38 per hour/ £42 per hour for more senior members of staff.

If interested, please do not hesitate to apply