Social Worker

Adult Social Care; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Lincoln is looking for a Qualified Social Worker for its Children’s Services. The candidate will undertake statutory duties to protect vulnerable children, including completing assessments and managing cases under safeguarding frameworks. Applicants should have relevant experience in Children in Need and Child Protection. The position offers a competitive pay rate of £22.20 per hour, understanding that per week includes new case allocations and offers collaborative support from various professionals.

Qualifications

• Must be a Qualified Social Worker with relevant post-qualification experience.
• Proven ability to work within Children in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) frameworks.
• Experience with managing private and public law proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Complete Child and Family Assessments.
• Manage cases within CIN and CP frameworks.
• Undertake safeguarding enquiries and work directly with families.
• Collaborate with multi-agency professionals.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Experience within CIN frameworks

Experience within CP frameworks

Multi-agency collaboration

Job description

Qualified Social Worker – Children’s Services Lincolnshire County Council

Holmeleigh, Foundry Street, Horncastle, Lincolnshire, LN96AQ

Lincolnshire County Council is currently recruiting an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a fast-paced safeguarding team.

Pay rates:
£22.20 per hour (PAYE, exclusive of holiday pay)
£29.98 per hour (PAYE, inclusive of holiday pay)

You will be responsible for undertaking statutory duties where safeguarding concerns have been identified. This includes completing Child and Family Assessments, working directly with children and their families, and collaborating closely with partner agencies to ensure children are supported and kept safe.

Key Responsibilities

• Completing Child and Family Assessments
• Managing cases within Children in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) frameworks
• Undertaking safeguarding enquiries and direct work with families
• Working in partnership with multi-agency professionals
• Managing private and public law proceedings where required

Working Arrangements

• 1 week on duty (new case allocations – office based)
• 2 weeks off duty

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant post-qualification experience
• Proven experience working within CIN and CP frameworks
• Experience of managing private and public law proceedings
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency environment

How to Apply

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