London Borough of Bexley
Social Worker - Transitions and Leaving Care Service
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Job Description
About the Role
We are currently seeking passionate individuals to join our Leaving Care Service. As a Social Worker in the service, you will provide a high quality and effective service for young people in our care as they transition to independence. Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting assessments
- Developing care plans
- Providing guidance and support
- Advocating for the needs and rights of young people in our care
As part of our commitment to supporting young people transitioning from care to independent living, we are looking for an individual who can make a positive impact and empower young people to achieve their full potential. If you have experience working with young people in care or young adults leaving our care and have a strong desire to make a difference in their lives, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.
As a Social Worker in our Leaving Care service, you will play a key role in providing practical and emotional support to young people in our care aged 16 and 17, helping them to develop the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to live independently and achieve their aspirations.
This role is a case holding role; you will be supporting 16 & 17-year old young people in our care managing statutory duties, supporting young people by ensuring comprehensive and person-centred pathway plans are developed prior to them leaving our care and transferring to a Personal Advisor within the service. There are very exciting plans in place for our service to ensure we offer our young people in care and young adults leaving our care the best wrap around support as they move to independence, and you could be a part of this!
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to be office based at least 3 days a week.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jolene Mcllwraith, Team Manager, Jolene.mcllwraith@bexley.gov.uk
Candidate Profile
For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.
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Requirements:
- Social Work qualification
- Social Work England registration
- Experience in safeguarding, working with young people in care and leaving care services.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to leaving care and young people in care services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive support and guidance to young people in our care as they develop their independence skills and prepare to leave our care ensuring their needs are met and they receive appropriate services and resources.
- Undertake assessments, develop personalised pathway plans, and facilitate access to education, training, employment, accommodation, health, and other support services.
- Promote the participation and voice of young people in our care and young adults leaving our care, ensuring their views and aspirations are heard and considered in decision-making processes.
- Liaise and collaborate with external agencies, including housing providers, education institutions, health services, and community organisations, to coordinate a holistic support network for young people in our care and young adults leaving our care.
- Conduct regular visits, reviews, and statutory visits to monitor progress, assess risks, and identify any additional support needs.
- Advocate for the rights and well-being of young people in our care and young adults leaving our care, ensuring their involvement in decision-making processes, and empowering them to take ownership of their futures.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, reports, and documentation in accordance with professional standards and statutory requirements.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues within the Leaving Care Service and other professionals to provide a cohesive and effective service to young people in our care and young adults leaving our care.
- Stay updated with relevant legislation, policies, and best practices in the field of leaving care and social work and apply them to practice.
Please upload your personal statement under the Relevant Experience and Skills section and ensure this fully aligns to the role criteria.
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Appointment
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
About Bexley
Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. It's got award-winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas. Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.
Our Offer to You
We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document attached.
Recruitment Information
As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@bexley.gov.uk
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role may be available as a development opportunity through secondment for the Council’s existing employees. The Council’s Secondment Scheme can be found here. If this option is of interest, please contact the recruiting manager.
We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.
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