Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker within Children’s Services looking for a 6 month contract ?

Are you looking for a role where you can have an immediate impact ?

If so read on

We are proud to be the first tier supplier into Blaenau Gwent County Council, we will provide you with unique opportunities first and keep you informed of all QSW assignments.

Key aspects of role

To provide and develop an enhanced level of social work skills within standards or practice. To comply with all relevant legislation, guidance, national and Departmental polices Duties

Main Purpose of Post:

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  • To provide social work assessment and care management in line with the policy and procedure of the Authority

  • To effectively manage a caseload
  • To assist and empower service users to develop their potential for independence and enable them to exercise choices wherever possible
  • To ensure the implementation of agreed plans, monitor progress and coordinate the process of reviews that involve service users, carers and associated professional and partner agencies.
  • To provide full information and advice on the availability of services, the appropriateness of service provision and statutory responsibility of the Department
  • To write clear and concise reports for a variety of audiences, including court and safeguarding
  • To act as an advocate in pursuit of the service users’ best interests, including educator to professional colleagues and the community at large, the needs and rights of the service user.
  • As required, to provide or access information or refer appropriately to alternative agencies in matters which require specialist or specific advice, Welfare rights, legal rights
  • To represent Social Services perspective in multi-disciplinary settings etc.
  • To undertake supervision, personal/professional development and training as required, and in accordance with relevant National/ Local and Departmental policies.
  • Comply with the relevant sections of the Authority’s policy statement on Health, Safety and Welfare at Work.

    • Qualifications: Essential
    CQSW: Diploma or BA honours in Social Work
    Registered with the Care Council for Wales

    Essential Experience/Knowledge
    Social Work experience in Children or Adults Services including placements
    Knowledge of current legislation, guidance, regulations and standards
    Knowledge and understanding of research, legislation and good practice
    Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write reports
    Ability to work as part of a team and in partnership with other agencies
    literate
    Well-developed negotiating skills
    Effective problem solving skills
    Ability to analyse and evaluate information and to apply criteria to make prioritised judgements
    Knowledge of anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities

    Special Requirements
    Current driving license, ability to travel as required and access to a car for work purposes.
    Welsh Language skills desirable
    DBS Enhanced required

    Benefits

  • Accredited training / keep up to date – manual handling, health and safety at work, conflict management, safeguarding vulnerable adults/children
  • Weekly payroll
  • Competitive pay rates
  • Full time and part time shifts available
  • Working with a top local authority
  • Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with posts within your locality
  • Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply)

    • Do you have some more questions regarding this or any other role?

    If you are interested in discussing the position further, please contact Ian Davies on 02920 877510 for a confidential discussion.

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