Tempest Resourcing in partnership with Southend Council are looking to recruit a permanent full-time Qualified Social Worker to work within the Assessment and Intervention team.
Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, you are required to be on-site at the Civic Centre a minimum of 2 days a week.
This position attracts the added incentive of a one-off payment of £7,500, after you have been employed in this post for 3 years and 1 day!
You will be required to provide an efficient and cost-effective service to young people, ensuring that their needs are assessed. Making sure every young person will have a professional and comprehensive Pathway Plan and risk assessment completed. The position consists of assessing and supporting children and families in the LA area. Working under the support of CIN, CLA, CP and including section 47 processes. The social worker will need to work as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of a duty system and ensure that cases are held and effectively assessed during this period.
To be successful in this position you must have a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England and have completed your ASYE.
- You need to have previous experience of working within Children's Frontline services and have knowledge of child protection, looked after children and associated child in need; social work practice is essential, along with knowledge of methods of social work intervention.
- You must have the ability to analyse new cases and refer to a correct course of action.
- You must hold a driving license and have use of a car.
When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities.
Tempest Resourcing is one of the UK's leading Social Care recruitment agencies, proudly supplying high-quality candidates to more local authorities than any other provider. As a Tier 1 supplier to a significant number of councils across the country, we're perfectly positioned to help you - or someone you know - secure your next opportunity.
If you're interested in the role above or would like a confidential chat about your career options, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We're here to support your next move.
Tempest Social Work Team
0203 651 3181
