Social Worker (HAY BD B)
Nottinghamshire County Council
Who You Are
You are an experienced professional with a minimum of three years in the field, dedicated to supporting families and safeguarding children. You possess a full driving license, have access to a car, and maintain business insurance, demonstrating your readiness to travel to meet families and address their needs.
What the Job Involves
In this role, you will work within the Gedling family support and safeguarding team, playing a crucial role in the assessment process. Your responsibilities will include visiting children and families within five working days, completing assessments promptly, conducting section 47 enquiries, and facilitating the progression of families to child in need meetings or initial child protection conferences. Additionally, you will participate in a duty rota, requiring availability to handle priorities escalated from the MASH team, which may involve working beyond standard hours.
Skills
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in family support and safeguarding
- Full driving license and access to a car
- Business insurance for travel
- Strong assessment and evaluation capabilities
- Ability to conduct section 47 enquiries
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and adaptability in working hours