Senior Social Worker - Duty Team - Rotherham
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Social Worker to join our Duty Team in Rotherham. This pivotal role will involve managing complex cases and providing high-quality support to vulnerable individuals and families. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults, while working collaboratively with other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Conducting assessments of need and risk, developing and implementing care plans.
- Providing supervision and support to junior social workers and students.
- Managing a caseload of complex cases, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
- Collaborating with multi-agency partners to ensure integrated service delivery.
- Participating in duty rotas and responding to urgent referrals effectively.
Essential qualifications and skills required for this role include:
- A relevant social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
- Registration with Social Work England.
- Significant post-qualifying experience in social work, particularly within a duty or safeguarding context.
- Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to working in partnership with service users and other professionals.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional growth and well-being. These include ongoing training and development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and access to employee assistance programs. Join us in making a positive impact in the Rotherham community and help us deliver exceptional social care services.
Senior Social Worker - Duty Team - Rotherham
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