Children's Social Worker [Blackburn with Darwen]
Reed
Blackburn
Contract
GBP 76,050 – 76,050
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Join the dedicated team at Blackburn with Darwen Children’s Services, recently graded ‘good’ in its ILACS Ofsted inspection. We are seeking two full-time agency Social Workers for our Family Help service. This role involves carrying out single assessments and managing complex Child in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) cases.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Conduct thorough single assessments as part of the Family Help service.
- Manage a caseload of complex CIN and CP cases, ensuring all service standards are met.
- Work flexibly with a combination of office-based and home working arrangements; minimum three days per week in the office.
- Collaborate effectively with team members and other professionals to provide high-quality service.
- Utilise the Liquid Logic Children's system for case management, with previous experience in this system being an advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in assessment and/or longer-term safeguarding/CP work.
- Must hold a current SWE registration.
- Must be a car driver.
- Proficient in using the Liquid Logic Children's system (preferred).
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to manage a caseload effectively and work flexibly according to service requirements.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive team environment.
- Flexible working arrangements with a blend of office-based and remote work.
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