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Surrey County Council is seeking a highly experienced and autonomous Locum Social Worker to join the Emergency Duty Team (EDT). This role operates outside of standard office hours, responding to urgent situations involving vulnerable […]
View JobMerton Council is looking for a dedicated and experienced locum social worker to join our Adults Social Care team. This role is essential in supporting and safeguarding the welfare of adults within the community. The successful […]
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View JobMerton Council is looking for a dedicated and experienced social worker to join our Adults Social Care team. This role is essential in supporting and safeguarding the welfare of adults within the community. The successful candidate […]
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View JobAs a Locum Assessment Qualified Social Worker with Wigan Council, you will play a crucial role in carrying out assessments of children and families to identify needs, risks, and strengths. You will work closely with multi-agency […]
View JobAs a DoLS Social Worker, you will be responsible for assessing and authorising deprivation of liberty arrangements for vulnerable adults who lack the capacity to consent to their care or treatment. You will work to protect […]
View JobAs a Social Worker within Hertfordshire Council’s Children in Need (CIN) Team, you will play a vital role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and their families. You will work collaboratively with […]
View JobSurrey County Council is seeking a highly experienced and autonomous Locum Social Worker to join the Emergency Duty Team (EDT). This role operates outside of standard office hours, responding to urgent situations involving vulnerable children, adults, and families. The EDT provides crisis intervention, safeguarding, and decision-making support when daytime teams are unavailable.
Key Responsibilities:
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Respond to emergency safeguarding referrals involving children and adults at risk
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Conduct urgent Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act interventions, including emergency placements or protective measures
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Undertake initial risk assessments and take decisive action in high-pressure situations
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Liaise with police, health services, foster carers, and other agencies to manage immediate risk
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Record decisions, actions, and outcomes clearly and concisely, ensuring appropriate handover to day teams
Essential Requirements:
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Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
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Strong knowledge of child and adult safeguarding legislation and crisis risk management
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Ability to work independently, with sound judgment and excellent communication skills
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Experience handling complex situations with minimal supervision