Ackerman Pierce is currently supporting a leading local authority within Southend to recruit for a Social Worker for the Fostering Support Team on a permanent basis paying £39,152-£45,091 P/Annum. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Southend is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing several changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team. Main duties include: To provide professional and comprehensive casework to a caseload of children and young people appropriate to experience and capabilities. To ensure the highest of professional standards and good overall knowledge of relevant legislation regulation and practice methods Key Responsibilities To provide an efficient and cost effective service to children, young people and their families, ensuring that the needs of the children and their parents/carers are professionally assessed. Identify children in need who may also be in need of protection and effectively safeguard them. To investigate, evaluate and analyse information on cases, demonstrating clarity of assessment, reliability of information, evidences ...