Opus People Solutions on behalf of Suffolk County Council have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join their Children in Care TeamAll candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.Job Title: Social Worker Children in CareLocation: Bury St Edmunds IP33 3YUWorking Arrangements: to work from the office 3 days a weekHourly Rate: 35 - 37Key Responsibilities:Case responsible person / Allocated social worker for children in care proceedings and children who are in long term care or for whom permanent alternative care planning is progressing.Undertaking direct work with children in care, ascertaining their lived experience and their wishes and feelings.Undertaking life story work and producing life story books.Write, review and amend childrens care plans , taking into consideration their identified needs.Writing reports for Children in Care reviews and for Court as part of care proceedings. Working in partnership with the childs carers / parents / family network and a variety of other professionals as part of care planning, including the childs IRO, Guardian, Health and Education etc.The role involves significant travelling, sometimes to rural locations to visit children in placements, therefore driving is essential.If you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from you.
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Social Worker