Social Work Assistant LAC and Permanence Team 1

Position: Social Work Assistant (Grade 5)

Location: Durham, Chester-le-Street

Salary: £12.59 per hour

Join our dedicated Looked After and Permanence Team in County Durham. We are committed to providing exceptional support to children in our care, ensuring they have stable and loving environments. This summer, we are looking for compassionate and motivated individuals to join our team and make a difference.

Job Description:

As a Social Work Assistant, you will play a crucial role in our team, working closely with our existing social work assistants. Your primary responsibility will be to supervise family time for children in our care, helping to maintain and strengthen family relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise family visits and ensure a safe and supportive environment.
• Support social workers in managing caseloads and administrative tasks.
• Observe and report on interactions during family time.
• Assist in the development and implementation of care plans.
• Engage with children, families, and other professionals to provide comprehensive support.

Requirements:

• A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, Childcare, or a related field.
• Enhanced DBS issued within the last 36 months
• Two recent references
• Right to work in the UK
• Previous experience in a similar role supporting families and children.
• Strong understanding of child development and family dynamics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

If This is the Role for you apply below:

Wanting to know more or looking for other roles in Social work please contact Rebecca at or on 0191 535 7143

Why work with Randstad:

• Be paired with a dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond
• C.V and interview support with regular updates and feedback
• Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
• Find your own job bonus

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.