Social Worker - Children's - City of Doncaster Council

Social Worker - Children's - our client (Contract)

Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for an exciting contract opportunity within the Children’s Services team? The our client is seeking a committed Social Worker - Children's to join their central team on a temporary contract. This is a fantastic chance to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive environment. The Social Worker - Children's role offers a 2-week contract with potential for further discussions based on current needs.

About the Role: Social Worker - Children's

The Social Worker - Children's will be responsible for delivering high-quality social work services to children and families in need. Working within the central team in Doncaster, the successful candidate will handle cases with professionalism, compassion, and adherence to statutory guidelines. The core responsibilities include:

• Conducting assessments for children and families to identify needs and risks
• Developing and reviewing child protection plans
• Maintaining accurate case records and documentation
• Collaborating with multi-agency teams to ensure the best outcomes for children
• Attending team meetings and court proceedings as required
• Providing support and guidance to children and their families throughout the intervention process
• Ensuring compliance with all legal and organisational policies

This is a 30-hour per week position, with working days and times to be discussed during the interview. The role is for maternity cover expected to run until November, with 12-week review periods to assess progress and potential extension.

Candidate Responsibilities

• Carry out thorough assessments and risk evaluations
• Develop and implement safeguarding strategies
• Maintain detailed case notes and reports
• Work collaboratively with external agencies and families
• Attend regular supervision and team meetings
• Adhere strictly to statutory and organisational policies
• Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with valid HCPC registration
• Proven experience in children’s social care and safeguarding
• Strong assessment and report-writing skills
• Ability to work efficiently within tight deadlines
• Compassionate approach to working with children and families
• Flexibility to accommodate varied working hours

Benefits of Working with Us

• Competitive weekly pay rates for the Social Worker - Children's role
• £250 Training Allowance to support your professional development
• Dedicated Specialist Consultant supporting your placement
• Access to thousands of clients nationwide
• Regular Daily Payroll Runs ensuring prompt payment
• Free Candidate Registrations to simplify your onboarding
• Referral and Loyalty Bonus Schemes rewarding your recommendations
• Sign Up Bonus for new candidates
• Free Compliance Checks to ensure you meet all requirements

Salary/Pay Rate

Competitive weekly pay rate (details available upon application).