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Social Work Assistant

Social Work Assistant

Service Care Solutions • Aston, ENG, GB
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Description

Social Work Assistant ? Birmingham\n
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Help Change the Lives of Vulnerable Children and Families Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a respected Children's Service in Birmingham for a compassionate and dedicated Social Work Assistant.\n
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\n This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced Social Workers, providing vital support to children, young people and families. You'll play an important role in safeguarding children, supporting assessments, delivering practical interventions and helping families achieve positive outcomes.\n
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\n If you're passionate about improving the lives of children and want to build or further your career within Children's Social Care, we'd love to hear from you.\n
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The Role As a Social Work Assistant, you will support Social Workers in delivering high-quality services that safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable children and young people.\n
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\n Your responsibilities will include:\n
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  • Supporting allocated casework under the guidance of Social Workers and Team Managers.
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  • Providing practical day-to-day support to children, young people and their families.
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  • Gathering, recording and analysing information to contribute towards statutory assessments.
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  • Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children remains at the heart of all interventions.
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  • Maintaining accurate, timely and evidence-based case records using management information systems.
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  • Preparing reports and communicating effectively with children, families and partner agencies.
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  • Working closely with education, health, police and other professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for children.
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  • Attending team meetings, reviews and supervision sessions.
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  • Keeping up to date with safeguarding legislation, policies and best practice.
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  • Supporting the wider team with additional duties as required to meet the needs of the service.
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About You To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:\n
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  • Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable families.
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  • A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles.
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  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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  • Strong written skills with experience maintaining accurate records and reports.
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  • The ability to build positive and professional relationships with children, families and partner agencies.
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  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
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  • A proactive, compassionate and child-centred approach to supporting vulnerable children.
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Why Join This Team?\n
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  • Make a genuine difference to the lives of children and families.
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  • Work alongside experienced Social Workers within a supportive Children's Services team.
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  • Gain valuable experience within statutory Children's Social Care.
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  • Excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge, skills and future career.
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  • Ongoing support from your dedicated Service Care Solutions consultant throughout your assignment.
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Additional Information\n
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  • Enhanced DBS check required.
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  • This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
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  • Applicants must be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
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Apply Today If you're passionate about supporting children and families and are looking for your next opportunity within Children's Services, we'd love to hear from you.\n
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