CSW - Senior Social Worker - Children Looked After & Leaving Care (GRADE K-L)
London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Role
Who You Are
An experienced Senior Social Worker with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience in a similar role within statutory social work services. You have a robust background in court work and care proceedings, including the preparation of child permanence reports and handling Adoption work within the court system. You are not only well-versed in handling cases of children settled in care but are also adept at managing all aspects of care proceedings from the initial hearing.
What the Job Involves
As a Senior Social Worker in our Children Looked After Team, you will be responsible for handling complex cases involving children in care and managing all stages of care proceedings. Your role will require you to prepare and present cases in court, develop comprehensive child permanence reports, and complete Adoption-related work. You will be expected to work primarily on-site in the office at least 2 days per week, with additional days as work requirements necessitate. Candidates not willing to undertake court work need not apply.
Skills
- Experienced in statutory social work services
- Proficient in court work and care proceedings
- Adept in preparing child permanence reports
- Experienced with Adoption work in court
- Ability to manage complex child care cases
- Familiarity with hybrid work models