Children Services Experienced / Senior Social Worker - Level 3 (PO3)
London Borough of Lambeth
Who You Are
A Senior Social Worker in Children's Social Care who will be responsible for managing complex statutory cases that require a qualified children's social worker, particularly for child protection, care proceedings, and looked after children cases. You should be able to promote positive change in children and families' lives using social work methods and tools, make professional judgements within relevant legal and policy frameworks, carry out safeguarding enquiries, and support people with care and support needs.
What the job involves
As a Senior Social Worker, your role will involve managing a challenging caseload, carrying out a full range of assessments, care planning and reviewing activity for children in need and looked after children. You will prepare applications and represent the council in court actions when necessary, develop and implement casework plans, maintain up-to-date and accurate records, attend supervision and appraisal meetings, contribute to the resolution of complaints, and keep your skills and knowledge up to date. You are expected to work flexibly across teams and take part in group and task teams.
Skills
- Ability to manage complex and challenging cases
- Expertise in statutory child welfare procedures and standards
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in record-keeping and reporting
- A strong commitment to equal opportunities and diversity
- Ability to work flexibly across teams and take part in group and task teams
- Competency in carrying out safeguarding enquiries
- Experience in preparing for court actions and representing the council in court hearings