Children's Social Worker - (Grade I - Inside IR35)
North Yorkshire Council
Who You Are
You are a dedicated and compassionate professional committed to providing exceptional care and support for children in care. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about ensuring that the holistic needs of children are met through effective communication and planning.
What the Job Involves
As part of the Care Planning and Support Team, you will be the allocated Social Worker for Children in Care. Your responsibilities will include performing statutory tasks such as visits, preparing pre-meeting reports, and developing care plans. You will also be involved in court proceedings, completing assessments, and providing final evidence. Direct work with children and engaging with their network is essential to ensure comprehensive care. Additionally, you may be required to act as the duty Social Worker when necessary.
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to develop and implement care plans
- Proficient in court proceedings and related documentation
- Experience in direct work with children
- Excellent assessment and analytical skills
- Capability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
- Flexibility to undertake duty Social Worker roles