Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team
Advanced Social Worker – Children & Families
| Location | Devon |
| Job type | Contract |
| Salary | £46 per hour |
| Consultant | Lauren Minter |
| Call | . |
| Reference | 235400 |
JOB-20240819-db742659
Advanced Social Worker – Children & Families – Devon (UK) – £46 Hourly – Ongoing
Join us in an exciting opportunity as an Advanced Social Worker within the Children & Families team in Mid & East Devon. This full-time role offers a fantastic chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and families while earning a competitive £46 hourly wage. Embrace the adventure of locum work with ongoing opportunities and become an integral part of a team that values growth and development.
Perks and Benefits:
– Supportive management structure with regular case supervision and manageable caseloads, ensuring you have the right environment to thrive.
– Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression, offering you the chance to enhance your skills and advance in your career.
– You will have a significant impact on the lives of children and families while playing a key role in the development of top-tier social work standards in the Mid & East Devon area.
– Enjoy the flexibility and variety that locum work provides, allowing you to balance personal and professional life more effectively.
– Benefit from networking opportunities with other professionals in your field, providing you with valuable connections and insights.
Role Overview:
As an Advanced Social Worker, you will be essential in delivering exceptional services to children and families with complex needs. This hands-on role involves professional leadership, the mentoring of colleagues, and managing a smaller caseload. Work closely with your Team Manager to oversee effective day-to-day operations and contribute to the continuous enhancement of social work practices.
What you will do:
– Handle a reduced caseload involving children and families with complex needs, including conducting thorough assessments and interventions.
– Provide professional leadership by supervising and mentoring less experienced social workers, students, and unqualified staff.
– Champion high standards of social work practice by promoting reflective learning and delivering on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring.
– Collaborate effectively with multi-agency environments to address the needs of families with complex issues.
– Lead improvements in practice by constructively challenging the quality of social care delivery.
About You:
To excel in this role, bring your substantial post-qualifying experience in social work with evidence of advanced training and development. You should have expertise in working with families with complex needs within multi-agency settings and a proven ability to mentor, coach, and train professional colleagues. Strong leadership skills to support team development and improve practice standards are essential.
Working Environment:
Expect to work from the office at least two days per week in a supportive team environment that values professional development through regular supervision, workshops, and training opportunities.
Discover the appeal of living and working in Devon, a region renowned for its stunning landscapes, vibrant communities, and a rich cultural heritage. With excellent schools and plenty of outdoor activities, Devon offers something for everyone. Join us and enjoy a fulfilling career in a wonderful location!
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