6 other jobs found in Wigan

Our client Bolton Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team. Main Duties The provision of a purposeful, professional social work service to children in need, children subject to child protection and care proceedings and their families, including the assessment of their needs, in accordance with statutory requirements, court timetables and Departmental policies To develop professional skills in working with children and young people to understand their journey, day-to-day life and to promote their voice through direct work and recording of this To complete assessments of children and their families, utilising the Assessment Framework, other assessment tools, theory and research to underpin this. Alongside developing skills in understanding and managing risk To devise SMART plans and develop strategies of intervention with parents and carers to promote positive outcomes To work directly with service users employing a range of social work...

Our client Blackburn with Darwen council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Children in care service. Key responsibilities To undertake all the duties in relation to assessment work and directions in relation to care proceedings for children looked after up to the conclusion of proceedings. To undertake duties relating to children looked after following the conclusion of proceedings. To undertake child and family assessments, in partnership with the child, their parents or carers and other agencies, ensuring that the child and the child's voice is central to the assessment, with appropriate consideration and analysis of risk. Together with service user and/or their parents or carers, to produce an outcome focussed SMART plan, following assessment that will meet the needs of the child, safeguard the child and promote permanence. To provide support, guidance, advice and services to families to ensure that issues of concern identified in assessments are...

Social Worker (Adults) – Social & Healthcare Qualified Job Reference: JAJF4131 – G9 Service Area: Adult Social Care Contract: Locum / Temporary About the Role We are seeking a qualified and experienced Adult Social Worker to support adults with care and support needs, helping individuals maintain their independence, wellbeing and quality of life. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with adults, families, carers and partner agencies to assess needs, manage risk and develop appropriate care and support plans. Key Responsibilities Undertake Care Act assessments and reviews of adults with care and support needs. Develop person-centred care and support plans focused on strengths, independence and positive outcomes. Manage an allocated caseload, prioritising complex and safeguarding cases appropriately. Assess and manage risk, including responding to safeguarding concerns. Complete Mental Capacity Assessments and contribute to best-interest decision-making...

Project Support & Development Officer | Project Support Officer | Programme Support Officer | Project Coordinator Wales | Full-Time | Temporary | Education & Local Government | School Capital Investment Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Project Support & Development Officer to provide comprehensive support to the Access & School Places Programme Manager within an Education and Early Intervention department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Support Officer, Programme Support Officer, Project Coordinator or Project Administrator with strong organisational, analytical and communication skills to contribute to important school capital investment, education estate and school place planning projects. Working across the organisation and with a wide range of external stakeholders, you'll support the delivery of capital investment programmes, school improvement and reorganisation initiatives, data analysis and public...

Our client Yorkshire Collaboration (Wakefield) is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Locality team. Overall Purpose of the Post: To provide a high quality and comprehensive social work service to children and young people, their families and carers in line with the policies and procedures of the Children and Young People's Directorate and within regulatory and statutory guidelines, the Knowledge and Skills Statement for Child and Family Work and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Code of Practice. To contribute to a wide range of statutory social work activities and carry out professional social work tasks in accordance with recognised social work procedures, Signs of Safety, evidence based practice and professional social work ethics. This is an experienced social worker role with specific responsibilities for managing a caseload of higher levels of complexity. This will include assessment of needs and the management of risk regarding children, young...

Our client Leeds City Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Children looked after team. Senior Social Worker - Children Looked After Team Role purpose: To provide high-quality social work services to children and young people who are looked after by the Local Authority, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, development and long-term outcomes are promoted. The role involves working closely with children, young people, families, foster carers and other professionals to ensure that each child receives appropriate care and support. Key responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and young people who are looked after by the Local Authority. Undertake comprehensive assessments and develop, implement and review care plans. Ensure children's voices, wishes and feelings are central to all decision-making. Undertake statutory visits and reviews in accordance with legislation and local authority procedures. Work closely with foster carers, birth families, schools,...