Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, and child-focused Social Worker to join our Children in Care 0-16 Service.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic and dedicated team committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for children in our care. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality support to children and families while creating a positive and supportive environment for our staff.
With an average caseload of just 16 children, a highly supportive management team, and a well-established Systemic Practice model at the heart of our work, the Children in Care 0-16 Service offers a rewarding and nurturing place to develop your career. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning, and professional growth, ensuring practitioners feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker and up to date registered with Social Work England
- Preferably having completed ASYE
- Knowledge of national policy, strategy and developments regarding children’s social care, and areas that impact on children’s social care.
- Experience of working with children in care and those who arrived unaccompanied in the UK is desirable.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, standards and procedures.
- Able to maintain records that evidence our engagement with children and families, informs the quality assurance framework e.g., quantitative, qualitative and outcome information for the children and families, the views and experiences of children and families
About us Croydon Council’s priorities include balancing its books, listening to residents, and delivering good sustainable services.
Benefits Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time.