About the Role
Eden Brown Synergy currently looking for an experienced and motivated Permanent Social Worker to join their Looked After Children (LAC) Team with Southend-on-Sea City Council.
Job Title: (Perm) Social Worker - Looked After Children (LAC) Team
Location: Civic 1 (Southend-on-Sea,Essex) SS2 6ER
Pay Rate: Upto £39,152.00 per Annum
The RoleSouthend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a committed and experienced Social Worker to join our Looked After Children (LAC) Team on a permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people in care by supporting them to achieve stability, permanence, and positive outcomes.a
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of Looked After Children in line with statutory requirements.
Develop, implement, and review care plans to ensure children achieve permanence and stability.
Undertake statutory visits, assessments, and pathway planning.
Prepare reports for reviews and court proceedings where required.
Work collaboratively with foster carers, families, schools, health professionals, and partner agencies.
Promote the welfare, education, health, and emotional wellbeing of children and young people in care
About You
We are looking for a Social Worker who:
Is qualified and registered with Social Work England.
Has experience working within a Looked After Children / Children in Care team.
Demonstrates strong knowledge of relevant legislation, care planning, and permanence frameworks.
Is child-centred, resilient, and able to manage a varied caseload effectively.
Has excellent assessment, report writing, and court work skills.
Is committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people
Why Join Southend-on-Sea City Council?
Permanent role offering stability and career development.
Supportive management and supervision structure.
Opportunity to work within a forward-thinking and child-focused local authority.
A chance to make a genuine and meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.
Essential Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* At least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
* Social Work England Registration
* Driving license and access to own vehicle
If you're interested in Above roles, please reply with your updated CV and earliest start date.
Alternatively, feel free to contact me directly on 0113 526 7293 or via email at D.Raval2@edenbrownsynergy.
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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