Social Worker Children & Families – Bristol, City of Bristol Contract, Temporary

SW Locums are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to work in Bristol, in Family Support Team 3 and will cover CP and court work. The team are looking for somebody to start as soon as possible.

You will be expected to have substantial experience of working in a similar role in the UK for at least 2 years post qualifying.

This is an established and well managed team offering manageable caseloads, regular supervision meetings and free training.

* Essential:
A qualification in social work, Diploma in Social Work, CQSW, CSS.

* PTA, PQCCA.

* Educational attainment to A level or Degree standard.

* Registration with Social Work England

* Right to work in the UK

* Enhanced DBS issued within the past 12 months

Duties:

* To carry out the duties and responsibilities of the Children Act 1989, Children Act 2004 and other relevant legislation.

* To establish and implement service and care plans for children and their families in accordance with local and national procedures.

* To manage a caseload which may include children and families with complex needs and require multi-agency co-ordination.

* To maintain electronic client records systems in accordance with departmental procedures.

* To maximise life chances for Children in Need and Children Looked After.

* To contribute to team plans and the achievement of agreed targets for Children in Need, Child Protection, Children Looked After and Care Leavers.

* To participate in training of staff in Child Protection and Children Looked After.

* Development in accordance with Personal Development Plans agreed during Performance Review.

* To adhere to and promote the council's Equal Opportunities Policy and adopt practices that are inclusive and anti-discriminatory.

SW Locums offer you:

* Fastest pay available, from completion of timesheet to reaching your bank.

* Constant, polite support with your own, vastly experienced and knowledgeable consultant.

* Great rates of pay.

* No “waffle”, informative and conscientious advice.

* Contact available 24/7.

* Access to exclusive vacancies nationwide.

* Free DBS and compliance service.

* Access to on-going training opportunities.

* Industry leading “Refer a Friend” recommendation scheme offering up to £300 for successfully placed referrals.*

* Excellent “Find your own job” bonus – get £350 for bringing your own position to us *

* Terms and conditions apply to our bonus scheme