Advanced Social Worker - Assessment

External

Liquidpersonnel · South Gloucestershire

Full-timeOn-site1mo ago

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Hybrid working flexibilityOpportunity to work within an Ofsted 'Good' rated serviceSupportive leadership and professional development cultureProfessional freedom to deliver high‑quality, creative social workOngoing support through service change and reformOur Commitment:Professional Freedom: We provide our staff with the time and support needed to use their creativity and deliver high-quality outcomes.Stable Leadership: Join an Ofsted 'Good' rated service that values the betterment of young people and the professional growth of its staff.Support through Change: We ensure all staff feel supported and valued as the service evolves in line with national reforms.Compliance Note:Please ensure your CV clearly lists your employment history, identifying permanent roles versus locum roles to satisfy DfE compliance auditing.Why Liquid Personnel?Free DBS and compliance serviceTwice‑weekly payroll and Faster Pay serviceAccess to exclusive roles not available through other agenciesFree access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portalYour own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledgeAccess to a wide range of social work roles across the UKRefer a Friend bonus - get £500 for each social worker successfully placed*Find Your Own Job bonus - get £250 for bringing your own role to us*Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.*Terms and conditions apply.Reasonable Adjustments:If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please notify us at the earliest opportunity. We will ensure appropriate support is provided throughout the process and into your placement.BH - 198692GH - 34807#LPCHealth insurancePerformance bonus

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Liquid Personnel is seeking a driven and creative Advanced Social Worker to join the Response Team based in South Gloucestershire. Positioned within the "Front Door" of our client's Integrated Children's Service, this role is for a practitioner who thrives on problem-solving and utilizes a strengths-based approach to safeguard the community's most vulnerable children. This role suits a driven and creative practitioner who thrives on problem‑solving and uses a strengths‑based approach to safeguard vulnerable children and families. What will your responsibilities be? In this role, you will: Risk Management: Assess and manage cases involving possible or actual significant harm, ensuring children are protected from abuse. Statutory Assessments: Lead on comprehensive statutory assessments for cases meeting the threshold for social care intervention. S47 Investigations: Undertake robust child protection investigations, providing clear analysis and recommendations. Collaborative Practice: Work directly with children, young people, and families to help them reach their goals and aspirations through child-centered practice. Service Innovation: Contribute to a culture of freedom and support, exploring new and better ways of delivering social work as the sector undergoes government-led reform. Working Arrangements: Hybrid Model: A blend of home working, office presence, and community-based family visits. Expenses: Please note that there are no accommodation costs or travel expenses paid for commuting to and from your home and the work base. Sector Evolution: As part of a service undergoing government-led reform, you will have the opportunity to adapt and help shape future service delivery. Qualifications & Experience: To be successful in this role you must have: DfE Compliance: Must have at least 3 years of post-qualifying experience (PQE) in direct permanent employment with an English Local Authority in a Child & Family context. ASYE Completion: Must have successfully completed the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (if qualified since 2012). Advanced Knowledge: Evidence significant skills and knowledge in assessing and managing risk for high-vulnerability cases. Strengths-Based Approach: A deep understanding of asset and strengths-based social work frameworks. Problem Solver: Confident decision-making skills with a passion for collaborative family work.

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