The postholder should be working in line with the Social Care Capability Framework (SCCF).
Manage a Children & Families caseload of various levels of complexity, involving the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate action, contributing to the effective application of resources to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and their families.
The post holder must complete the ASYE standard within 2 years of qualifying.
To work within a team of professional Social Workers and/or early intervention staff to provide services to children or young people who are on the edge of care.
To provide statutory assessments and interventions to young homeless (aged 16 - 18) who would be considered as Southwark Judgements.
Purpose of the Job
To deliver and improve services for Children in Need, with a clear focus on those in need of protection and the wider safeguarding agenda through the provision of high-quality social work interventions and effective liaison with local partners.