Social Worker - LAC Team - Hounslow
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker to join a Looked After Children (LAC) team supporting children and young people to achieve the best possible outcomes. Based in the London Borough of Hounslow, you will manage a varied caseload and work with children in care, care leavers, birth families, foster carers and wider professional networks.
You will undertake high-quality assessments, develop and review care plans, and ensure that children’s wishes, feelings and individual needs remain central to all decisions. Responsibilities will include completing statutory visits, contributing to permanence planning, preparing for and participating in looked-after child reviews, and supporting children to maintain safe and meaningful relationships with their families where appropriate.
The role will involve effective risk assessment and safeguarding practice, including responding to concerns about neglect, abuse, exploitation or missing episodes. You will work collaboratively with foster carers, education, health, legal services and other agencies, ensuring timely information-sharing and coordinated support. You may also be required to prepare reports for court and attend meetings or hearings when necessary.
Accurate and timely recording is essential, as is the ability to manage competing priorities and meet statutory timescales. You will advocate for children and young people, promote their participation in planning, and help them prepare for independence and transition into adulthood.
Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. Experience of working with looked-after children, children subject to care proceedings or care leavers is desirable, alongside a sound understanding of relevant legislation, guidance and safeguarding procedures. You should demonstrate resilience, sound professional judgement, strong communication skills and a commitment to reflective practice. A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle may be required, subject to reasonable adjustments.
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