Children Social Worker

Children Social Worker – Contract Position

Are you an experienced Children’s Social Worker looking for a rewarding contract opportunity? Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting Children Social Workers for Lancashire County Council, offering competitive pay rates, flexible locations, and a supportive work environment. If you have a passion for protecting and supporting children and possess the required qualifications and skills, we want to hear from you!

Children Social Worker – Key Responsibilities As a Children Social Worker, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality social care services within Lancashire County Council. Your main duties will include:

• Conducting thorough assessments of children and families to determine needs and risks.
• Developing and implementing care plans in collaboration with multi-agency teams.
• Ensuring the safety and welfare of children in accordance with safeguarding policies.
• Managing caseloads effectively within deadlines and statutory requirements.
• Attending child protection conferences, reviews, and court proceedings as needed.
• Providing support and guidance to foster carers and family members.
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive case records in line with statutory standards.

Children Social Worker – Required Skills and Experience The ideal Children Social Worker will possess:

• Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Previous experience working within Children's Services, including Safeguarding, Child Protection, or Family Assessments.
• Strong assessment, safeguarding, and case management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work across different locations within Lancashire.

Children Social Worker – Contract Details & Benefits This is an ongoing temporary contract for 12 weeks, with pay rates as follows:

• Up to £39.00 per hour via Umbrella (£30.58 per hour PAYE).

Benefits include:

• £250 Training Allowance.
• Dedicated Specialist Consultant providing ongoing support.
• Opportunities to work across Lancashire’s diverse Children's Services teams.
• Supportive management teams committed to your professional growth.
• Daily payroll runs ensuring timely payments.
• Free candidate registration and compliance checks.
• Referral Bonus scheme (£200 per successful candidate referral).
• Sign-Up Bonus (£150 for new candidates).
• Significance of working with a network that works with thousands of clients nationwide.

How to Apply If you are a dedicated Children Social Worker looking for your next contract opportunity, please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk or contact our specialist recruiter, Andrew Wiles, on 07700 123456 for more information. We look forward to helping you find your next role within Lancashire County Council!

Join us and make a difference in children's lives today!
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