Senior Social Worker

About our Benefits: We are focused on creating a positive supportive environment, where you will have access to a really wide range of resources, as well as a competitive salary and all the perks to enable hybrid working.
In AfC you will also have access to: 29 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 2 years and 35 days after 4 years with an additional day off in your birthday month(Or for term term workers, your leave entitlement consists of the non-working periods in your contract.)
Tailored induction sessions commencing on the date you start working for AfC Local Government salary and pension scheme (LGPS or Teachers Pension) Flexible working options - helping to keep a good work life balance A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme A range of staff benefits and discounts An excellent learning and development offer to support your career pathway About the Role: Safety planning Completing Section 17 Single Assessments and Section 47 Enquiries Initial Child Protection Conferences Initial Core Group Meetings and Child in Need Meetings Court work including Section 7 and 37 reports Applications for court orders including Emergency Protection Orders and Interim Care Orders About You: You are able to use evidence and professional judgement to make decisions and determine the risk of future harm.
Your experience with CIN/CP/LAC.
Your experience of assessing the needs of children and their families in accordance with the Framework for the Assessment Your excellent written skills and experience writing comprehensive reports for the Courts.
A full and valid driving licence and access to own transport A professional social work qualification, CQSW or Diploma in Social Work (DipSW), or other relevant qualification recognised by Social Work England.
An active Social Work England registration.