Supporting and Strengthening Families Team
Job Title - Social Worker - Supporting and Strengthening Families Team
Location - South Tyneside Council
South Tyneside Council are seeking a passionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our Supporting and Strengthening Families (SSF) teams. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, within an organisation committed to its PROUD values and the South Tyneside Vision.
As a Social Worker within their Supporting and Strengthening Families teams, you will work closely with families and other professionals to identify and build upon strengths. Your role will involve supporting families to ensure the care arrangements for their children are safe and conducive to their well-being. You will be part of a small, supportive team, benefiting from high levels of guidance, oversight, and access to a visible and approachable management team.
Responsibilities
- Engage with families to assess needs, strengths, and risks
- Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with families and other professionals
- Provide direct support and intervention to families in crisis or in need of assistance
- Work within a Strength-Based Practice Framework to build trusting and respectful relationships with families
- Offer leadership and support to less experienced social workers within the team
- Maintain accurate and timely records of all interventions and interactions
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker with relevant experience in Children's Services
- Highly developed knowledge and skills in safeguarding and child protection
- Commitment to providing an outstanding service to children and young people
- Ability to work collaboratively with families and other professionals
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Registered with Social Work England
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
Reference: 52450998
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