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Introduction:
Barnsley Council is seeking a committed and experienced Looked After Children (LAC) Social Worker to support children and young people in care. This role involves working closely with children placed in foster care, […]
We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Looked After Children (LAC) Social Worker to join our team in Bexley. This role is crucial in providing support and advocacy for children in care, ensuring their safety, well-being, and […]
View JobWe require an experienced child protection social worker for our Child Protection Service that completes, C&F assessments, Section 7&37, CIN and CP plans along with PLO.
What we offer!
CP transfer point at first hearing! o […]
View JobReading Borough Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Locum Social Worker to join our Looked After Children (LAC) team. The role involves managing and supporting children in care to ensure their safety, stability, and […]
View JobThe Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is dedicated to delivering personalised and effective care planning for children and families in need. We are seeking a committed Social Worker to join our team, focusing on developing and […]
View JobPortsmouth City Council is seeking a motivated and experienced Locum Social Worker to join our Looked After Children (LAC) team. This role involves managing cases of children in care, ensuring their safety, stability, and well-being, […]
View JobKirklees Borough Council is dedicated to safeguarding the rights of adults who may lack capacity. We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Best Interests Assessor (BIA) to undertake Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) […]
View JobStoke-on-Trent City Council is committed to supporting children and families through early intervention and targeted support. We are looking for a dedicated Child in Need Social Worker to join our team, working with children and […]
View JobIntroduction:
Barnsley Council is seeking a committed and experienced Looked After Children (LAC) Social Worker to support children and young people in care. This role involves working closely with children placed in foster care, residential homes, or kinship arrangements, ensuring their emotional, educational, and physical needs are met. We are proud to offer a supportive environment with a strong focus on relationship-based practice and child-centred outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage a caseload of looked after children, ensuring timely statutory visits, reviews, and care planning in line with legislation and guidance.
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Develop and maintain strong relationships with children and their carers, advocating for their rights, stability, and long-term outcomes.
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Prepare high-quality reports for Looked After Children Reviews, Court proceedings, and care planning meetings.
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Work in partnership with carers, schools, health, and other professionals to support placement stability and promote the well-being of each child.
Requirements:
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Social Work degree and registration with Social Work England
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Experience working with looked after children or within statutory children’s services
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Good knowledge of the Children Act 1989, care planning regulations, and permanency planning
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Strong communication, report writing, and direct work skills