Social Worker - Support & Protection Service

Are you ready to make a significant difference in the lives of children and families? We are seeking a committed Social Worker to join our Support & Protection Service in Stretford. Here, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding children and supporting families in a community-focused environment. You'll earn between £37,280 and £42,839 annually while developing your career in an engaging and fulfilling full-time role. If you are driven to ensure children's safety and eager to work within a supportive multi-agency team, this opportunity is perfect for you! Perks and benefits: - Competitive Salary: Earn between £37,280 and £42,839 annually with opportunities for progression. - Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle. - Continuous Professional Development: Access to ongoing training and support to keep your skills up to date and maintain your Social Work England registration. - Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside experienced colleagues who value team collaboration and mutual support. - Generous Leave Policy: Benefit from ample holiday allowances, enabling you to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. What you will do: - Deliver a comprehensive social work service within a multi-agency partnership to children in need and their families, ensuring assessments and interventions align with statutory requirements. - Identify appropriate pathways for children and families using established guidelines to manage risk and support sustainable change. - Conduct thorough assessments that address the needs, risks, and protective factors of families, developing plans that promote positive outcomes. - Work directly with families, utilizing a variety of social work techniques to assess and improve parental capabilities and meet the unique needs of their children. - Ensure all case recordings are thorough, reflecting the child's voice and analysing the impact of their lived experience. - Represent the local authority at multi-agency meetings, reviews, and conferences, taking a leading role in proceedings. - Maintain active professional registration with Social Work England by engaging in continuous professional development. - Collaborate with colleagues and external agencies to implement and document effective plans for children. - Participate in supervision with practice managers and leads, offering mentorship and supervision to junior team members or students. - Undertake additional duties as required, in line with your role and grade. As a qualified Social Worker with relevant experience working with children and young people in a statutory setting, you must hold a Social Work Qualification or equivalent, and be registered or eligible for registration with Social Work England. Stretford is a wonderful place to live and work, offering a vibrant community atmosphere and excellent amenities. With a mix of urban charm and lush parklands, it's an area that provides both a peaceful and lively environment for professionals and families alike. Join us and find out why Stretford is the ideal location for both your professional and personal life! Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.