Children's SW - Assessment Team - Waltham Forest

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct high-quality assessments of children and families, identifying risks and needs in accordance with statutory guidance and best practice.
• Undertake Section 17 (Child in Need) and Section 47 (Child Protection) assessments, ensuring that children's welfare remains paramount.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners, including health professionals, educators, and law enforcement, to ensure a holistic approach to assessments and interventions.
• Develop and implement robust care plans, ensuring that recommendations align with the best interests of the child.
• Attend court proceedings and provide well-evidenced reports when required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and local authority policies.
• Participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker (Degree or equivalent in Social Work).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• A minimum of two years' post-qualifying experience within children's services, preferably in an assessment team or frontline safeguarding role.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989 & 2004, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and the Care Act 2014.
• Excellent assessment, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable but not essential, depending on location).

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.