Social Worker, Children in Need Assessment Team – Specialist in Domestic Violence

Redeployees will be given priority consideration.

Play your part in a new model

Early this year, we launched a brand new operating model for children’s services – a radical transformation driven by a complete system re-design.

We now have a seamless, fully integrated multi-agency service with one point of contact and a true team around the family. Our visionary approach is based on the firm foundations of evidence, best practice and extensive consultation. Joining us now will give you an important say in the detail and the development of service delivery as we continue on our ambitious journey.

We are committed to supporting and developing the skills and expertise of our workforce. The following opportunities and initiatives are available:

• Individual coaching for managers
• Independently supported and facilitated team planning and development sessions
• West London Alliance Training Consortium for NQSW, EPD & Front Line Manager’s training: Courses on Best Evidence practice, Triple P, Brief Solutions Focus Therapy etc.
• Reflective practice sessions, coaching and mentoring with independent associate consultants
• Three tier systemic family therapy training – introductory, foundation and advanced programmes in association with Morning Lane Associates and the Institute of Family Therapy
• Membership of the National Re-Design Network to implement Professor Munro’s recommendations

The role

We require practitioners to deliver effective social work service to children and their families that is characterised by best practice standards and is informed by current research, legislation and Directorate polices and procedures. You will be able to assess, analyse, plan and deliver services and interventions to meet the needs and circumstances of children and young people, in partnership with parents/carers and together with a range of professionals and agencies.

The Children in Need Assessment Team is dedicated to provide a high quality and timely assessment of children, young people and their families. These assessments are focused on providing appropriate interventions to ensure that children and young people are safeguarded, and to improve life chances and enhance well being, particularly in relation to domestic violence.

There are several innovative partnership service developments designed to improve life chances and outcomes for children.

Requirements

Relevant Social Work qualification and GSCC registration will be required. Social Workers are required to travel across the operational area and a driver’s licence and use of a car is required.

The post is subject to enhanced Criminal Records Bureau disclosure.

For an informal discussion please contact contact Janice Miller, Service Manager, Children’s Access Service, on 020 8736 6937 or John Nixson, Team manager Children in Need Assessment Team on 020 8736 6424.

Closing date: 10th July 2012