Children's Social Workers and Senior Social Workers

Are you an experienced and qualified Social Worker passionate about making a difference to children's lives and want to join an organisation committed to outstanding, relationship-based social work practice? Our values inspire our Outstanding Practice Framework, which creates the context for you as a Social Worker in Wandsworth to build relationships with families that bring about change to support children to live at home wherever possible. Coupled with the implementation of Family Safeguarding you will join the best practice conditions we've ever had to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and families. Can you join us and help children and their families by delivering ethical based interventions which respect and promote their rights? About the Role Brief Intervention Service (Assessment) The Brief Intervention Service works with children, young people and their families for up to six months. Our brief interventions will support children, young people and their families to create change - through co-produced child and family assessments, family led plans, Family Space Clinics and a range of community based services. There is strong leadership in the Service and social workers benefit from small teams, regular supervision and a caseload that allows them to spend time with children and young people building relationships and building on their strengths and those of the wider family network. To support you in creating change for families you will be connected with a range of specialist workers including: a Domestic Abuse Specialist Social Worker, a Housing Specialist, a SEN Social Worker, a Substance Misuse Worker and a NRPF Social Worker, a Practice Specialist Social Worker and a Family Therapist. Family Safeguarding Service The Family Safeguarding Service has a stable, knowledgeable and creative team. You will be working collaboratively with your colleagues across the service and the partnership to deliver a high-quality and responsive social work service. You will be a valued member of our team and encouraged to be a leader and champion of exemplary practice to work with families with a range of needs including child protection, care proceedings, and looked-after children. When joining the service, you will be part of a dedicated team of Children's Social Workers, Children's Practitioners, Adult Mental Health Practitioners, Substance Misuse and Domestic Abuse Practitioners all working together. The service consists of nine Family Safeguarding teams covering three geographical clusters of Roehampton, Battersea and Tooting.,

• You will be part of a small team of five social workers with manageable caseloads.
• Have business support for your team who work in collaboration with you.
• You will be part of various working groups within the service and across the partnerships to champion areas of best practice and influence positive outcomes for children and families.
• You will have access to an excellent training offer for Social Workers ranging from Systemic Training, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Practice and various other reflective spaces to promote best practice.
• Access to great transport links.
  
  You will hold social work qualification with Social Work England membership and have completed your ASYE Year.
• Experience of working across voluntary and statutory agencies with applied knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance.
• An excellent communicator and collaborator who is compassionate and understands the needs of children and young people.
• A 'can do' attitude coupled with creativity, you will be a champion for children and families and support them with hope, self-esteem and potential.
  
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Why Choose Frontier Consulting? Expertise: Our team stands as a beacon of unparalleled expertise in the dynamic social care sector. We understand the distinctive demands and intricacies of recruiting for local authorities, ensuring a seamless fit for both parties. Tailored Solutions: Embracing the philosophy of individualized solutions, we believe in customizing our approach. Whether you're a social work professional seeking the ideal opportunity or a local authority in pursuit of top-tier talent, our strategies are tailored to meet your specific needs. Lasting Impact: By strategically placing social workers in roles where they can make a lasting impact, we contribute significantly to the well-being of individuals and communities across the UK. Join Frontier Consulting on a transformative journey, elevating social care through strategic, permanent placements. Allow us to guide your career or assist your team in finding the social work professional it needs.