Senior Social Worker-Assessment -Tower Hamlets
Posted 2 weeks ago by Randstad Care
£38 Per hour
Undetermined
Undetermined
Tower Hamlets, London
Summary: The role of Senior Social Worker in Tower Hamlets involves conducting comprehensive assessments, developing care plans, and advocating for vulnerable individuals. The position also includes supervising junior social workers and ensuring adherence to professional standards. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. Candidates are expected to have substantial experience in social work, particularly within local authorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting thorough assessments of individuals' needs
- Developing and implementing care plans
- Case management and liaising with other agencies
- Supervising junior social workers
- Participating in team meetings and attending relevant training
- Adhering to professional standards and regulations
Key Skills:
- Significant experience as a qualified Social Worker
- Experience in assessment and care planning
- Demonstrable supervisory skills
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and procedures
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong case management abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Resilience and commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults
- A valid Social Work England registration
- A relevant Social Work degree (or equivalent)
Salary (Rate): £37.54/hour
City: Tower Hamlets
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Other
IntroductionRandstad is excited to announce a new opportunity for a Senior Social Worker in the vibrant borough of Tower Hamlets.
Senior Social Worker
Place of work: Tower Hamlets
We offer: A competitive salary of £37.54+ and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals.
Working hours: Full-time (Specific hours to be discussed)
Responsibility
What will you be responsible for:
As a Senior Social Worker, you will be responsible for undertaking comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs, developing and implementing care plans, and advocating for their best interests. You will also supervise junior social workers and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the team.
Specifically the activities will be:
- Conducting thorough assessments, developing and implementing care plans, case management, liaising with other agencies, supervising junior social workers, participating in team meetings, attending relevant training, and adhering to professional standards and regulations.
Experience
What requirements are we looking for?
Significant experience as a qualified Social Worker, ideally within a local authority setting. Experience in assessment and care planning is essential, as well as demonstrable supervisory skills. Knowledge of relevant legislation and procedures is crucial.
Requirements/Skills
What requirements are we looking for?
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong case management abilities, ability to work independently and as part of a team, resilience, and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults. A valid Social Work England registration is mandatory.
Level of study
What requirements are we looking for?
A relevant Social Work degree (or equivalent) and current Social Work England registration are essential.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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