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JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Family Help Social WorkerSpecialism: Family HelpLocation: Lewisham,... JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Family Help Social WorkerSpecialism: Family HelpLocation: Lewisham, UKSalary: £TBC HourlySalary Type: HourlyContract Type: OngoingHours: Full Time / Part TimeJoin our vibrant and supportive team as a Family Help Social Worker in Lewisham, supporting children, young people, and families experiencing difficulties. Working within the innovative Family Help model, you will bring together early help and child-in-need pathways to deliver comprehensive and preventative support. This ongoing opportunity offers both full-time and part-time options, providing flexibility while enabling you to make a meaningful difference within the community.Perks and benefits: Full Time / Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility of choosing a working schedule that suits your lifestyle and supports a healthy work-life balance. Competitive hourly pay: Benefit from fair and competitive compensation that reflects your expertise and dedication. Access to training and development programmes: Continue to develop your professional skills through ongoing learning and career development opportunities. Networking opportunities: Collaborate with multi-disciplinary professionals and community organisations, building strong support networks for families. Supportive work environment: Be part of a passionate and committed team focused on improving outcomes for families across Lewisham. What you will do: Conduct home visits to assess family environments, strengths, and support needs. Undertake holistic assessments using a multi-disciplinary approach to develop and implement effective care and support plans. Facilitate support groups, workshops, and family engagement activities to promote positive family relationships and resilience. Build trusting and effective relationships with families to promote children’s wellbeing and development. Provide timely interventions during crisis situations alongside planned support to strengthen family functioning. Work collaboratively with health services, education providers, police, and community organisations. Participate in Child Protection Conferences and multi-agency meetings, contributing to coordinated safeguarding plans. Maintain accurate case records and documentation, ensuring outcomes are carefully monitored and evaluated. Stay informed about relevant legislation and best practice guidance, engaging in continuous professional development. Job Purpose:As a Family Help Social Worker, you will focus on reducing risks and delivering early preventative support to families. Your work will help strengthen family relationships, improve parenting capacity, and safeguard children’s wellbeing, enabling them to thrive safely within their home environments.Why Lewisham?Lewisham is a dynamic and diverse borough known for its strong sense of community, vibrant culture, and excellent transport connections. With bustling markets, green parks, and a lively local atmosphere, it offers a fantastic place to live and work while making a real impact on the lives of local families.Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning recruitment agency. With an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews and multiple industry accolades, we are committed to securing the best roles and competitive rates that match your skills, experience, and career ambitions.Take the next step in your career with a role that values your expertise and supports your professional growth.

JOB-20240819-db742659 Locum Adults Social Worker Location: Lewisham, UK Salary: £32.00 per hou... JOB-20240819-db742659 Locum Adults Social Worker Location: Lewisham, UK Salary: £32.00 per hour Contract: Ongoing | Full-timeAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Locum Adults Social Worker in Lewisham, UK. This ongoing full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate of £32.00 and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of adults and their carers. Join a supportive and forward-thinking team where your expertise will help deliver high-quality social care services within the community.Perks and Benefits Flexible Locum Opportunities: Enjoy the flexibility and variety of locum work while gaining experience across different settings. Competitive Pay: Benefit from an excellent hourly rate that reflects your skills and experience. Professional Development: Access ongoing training and support to keep your knowledge and practice up to date. Networking Opportunities: Work alongside a range of professionals and expand your professional network. Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements help you maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life. What You Will Do Carry out timely and comprehensive care management assessments for service users and their carers, identifying and prioritising desired outcomes. Promote independence and recovery by supporting enablement and connecting individuals to appropriate community-based services. Work collaboratively within multi-agency teams to deliver coordinated health and social care services. Partner with Support Planning Officers to develop personalised and creative support plans, enabling choice and control through personal budgets and Direct Payments. Collaborate with Community Development staff to link individuals with local community resources and services. Follow risk management and adult safeguarding procedures in all aspects of practice, while remaining mindful of potential children’s safeguarding concerns. Complete assessments and service user reviews professionally and efficiently, ensuring they accurately reflect the needs and outcomes of service users and carers. Why Work in Lewisham Lewisham is a vibrant and diverse borough with a strong community spirit. With its beautiful parks, bustling markets, and excellent transport connections to central London, it offers a fantastic environment for both professional growth and personal enjoyment.Why Work with Sanctuary Personnel Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning recruitment agency with an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews. We are dedicated to securing the best opportunities and rates for professionals, ensuring roles align with your experience, skills, and career ambitions.

JOB-20240819-db742659 Locum Social Worker – Children and Young People Team Location: Lewisham... JOB-20240819-db742659 Locum Social Worker – Children and Young People Team Location: Lewisham Contract: Ongoing Locum Pay Rate: To be confirmed (dependent on experience)An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Social Worker to join the Children and Young People Team in Lewisham on a locum basis. This role plays a vital part in ensuring children in residential care, supported accommodation, fostering, kinship care, and under Special Guardianship Orders receive safe, stable, and high-quality support.Perks and Benefits Locum Flexibility: Maintain work-life balance with adaptable working arrangements. Professional Development: Access training and workshops to enhance your expertise and career progression. Competitive Pay: Hourly rate reflective of your experience and professional contribution. Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with a range of professionals across children’s services, broadening your knowledge and connections. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive quality assurance reviews across Care Resources services, focusing on standards and outcomes. Monitor compliance with statutory duties, regulatory frameworks, and internal quality standards. Evaluate provider performance and recommend evidence-based improvements. Develop and follow up on action plans with service providers to ensure measurable progress. Promote placement stability and safeguard children’s welfare through consistent oversight. Lead Quality Assurance visits and oversee placement officers where required. Prepare and present detailed reports outlining findings, outcomes, and thematic learning points. About You Qualified and registered Social Worker with experience in safeguarding, quality assurance, and assessment. Background in fostering, kinship care, SGO, residential, or placement services. Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills with confidence in offering professional challenge. Committed to amplifying children’s voices and ensuring their needs remain central to all practice. Why Work in Lewisham Lewisham offers a vibrant, diverse community with excellent transport links, green spaces, and a strong sense of local identity. It provides a dynamic and rewarding environment for social work professionals dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people.Working with Sanctuary Personnel Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted, award-winning recruitment agency with an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews, committed to securing competitive rates and roles aligned with your skills and experience.