We are seeking an experienced social worker to join the Permanency Service at Plymouth City Council.
This is a statutory role whose primary purpose is to safeguard children and young people who have either suffered or who are likely to be at risk of suffering significant harm as defined by the Children Act 1989. This role also encompasses other statutory duties and responsibilities of Children's Social Care as defined by legislation and guidance.
You will undertake casework with children, young people and families, working within the legislative and policy frameworks and direct work in multiple settings/locations, ensuring the child/young person's voice is central to all case work and recording and undertaking assessments of need and risk; plan for outcomes, reviewing in line with procedures and applying understanding of the key risk factors affecting child welfare and development.
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.
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