Children''s Social Worker

Social Worker Customer: Nottinghamshire County Council Service Area: SWS District Child Protection, Court and Permanence Job Title: Social Worker Department: Children''s Social Care Job Purpose To work directly with children, young people and their families to assess needs, identify risks, safeguard children and promote positive outcomes. The postholder will deliver high-quality, child-centred and strengths-based social work practice, ensuring that children receive appropriate support, protection and intervention to improve their safety, welfare and overall wellbeing. The Social Worker will undertake assessments, develop and review care and support plans, carry out statutory visits, and work collaboratively with families and partner agencies. The role will also involve contributing to child protection procedures, court proceedings, permanence planning and other statutory responsibilities in accordance with relevant legislation, local authority policies and Social Work England professional standards. Key Responsibilities Undertake comprehensive assessments of children and families, identifying needs, strengths, vulnerabilities and potential safeguarding risks. Complete direct work with children and young people to understand their wishes, feelings and lived experiences. Undertake statutory visits and maintain regular contact with children and families in accordance with statutory requirements. Develop, implement, monitor and review effective plans to safeguard ..... full job details .....