Social Worker - Children in Care and Care Leavers Team - Randstad Care : Job Details

Social Worker - Children in Care and Care Leavers TeamNewcastle, UK£24 - £30 Per hour

About the Role:We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join the Children in Care and Care Leavers Team in Newcastle. This role involves working closely with children and young people in care to ensure their needs are met and their voices are heard. You will be responsible for care planning, statutory visits, and working with various professionals and family members to provide comprehensive support.

Key Responsibilities:

Statutory Visits: Conduct regular visits to children and young people in care within statutory timescales.Care Planning: Develop and review care plans that address both short-term and long-term needs.Collaboration: Work with foster carers, residential settings, family members, and professionals from health, education, and other sectors.Court Work: Attend court and prepare necessary documentation.Family Communication: Maintain effective communication with parents and make informed decisions about family time and other aspects of care.

Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.Experience: Prior experience in a similar role is highly desirable.Skills: Strong communication, empathy, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.

Benefits:Competitive pay rate: £24 - £30 Per hourSupportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.Access to employee benefits and discounts through Randstad.Continuous professional development opportunities and free e-learning modules.£300 referral voucher.Access to the Hapi app for discounts and online GP services.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced and dedicated Social Worker looking for temporary opportunities in the North East to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children/Adults, we invite you to apply.You can get back to me (Fathima) or send me an email on

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.