Experienced Social Worker - Out of Hours Service

Salary: Grade 12 £50,085-£52,194 + enhancements (between 8pm and 6am 20%; sundays 50% and bank holidays 100%). Shifts include Mon-Fri 5pm-3am and regular weekends and bank holidays between 8am and 3am. Permanent – 36 hours per week Hybrid – weekdays based in the office Job Purpose We are looking for an individual with extensive experience in statutory social work to deliver Croydon’s out of hours response to emergencies that arise in children’s social care providing a vital role in high quality service delivery and care to some of Croydon’s most vulnerable residents. This role profile sets out the core elements of the childcare social worker role. These elements are relevant to all four levels of children’s social work posts. The exact way in which these elements are manifested and applied will vary depending on the specialist focus of particular social worker roles. About You Social work qualification recognised by Social Work England. Knowledge of legislation and national policy and developments regarding children’s social care, and policy areas that impact on children’s social care. Ability to assess the needs of children, adults and families holistically and analytically, applying the relevant frameworks and tools. Experience of working as a social worker in a statutory setting with children and making professional judgments. Effective time management skills to deliver positive outcomes within expected timeframes. Ability to work out of hours. To view to role profile, please click here.