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Qualified Social Worker, Local Authority Designated Officer, Reading Council

Vitalis
Reading Contract GBP 87,750 – 87,750
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Qualified Social Worker, Local Authority Designated Officer, Reading Council
Pay rate to £45 per hour
Contract role
Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Qualified Social Worker to work as a Local Authority Designated Officer in Reading Council.
The LADO role can be delivered from home online initially but they will in time need to be in the reading area frequently.
LADO cover with potential for CP Chairing and IRO capacity. In the first instance the role will be to act as Designated Officer for RBC

Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:
Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)

  • Best Interest Assessor (BIA)

  • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)

  • Looked After Children (LAC)

  • Children’s Social Work

  • Adult Social Work

  • Service Manager

  • Head of Service

  • Team Manager

  • Assistant Team Manager

  • A wide range of housing roles

  • Careers in SEND in local authorities


Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
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