Social Worker Children in Care Temporary

Position: Social Worker Children in Care (Contract, Temporary)
Children in Care Social Worker

Blackburn with Darwen Council

Up to £38 per hour

The Role

Blackburn with Darwen Children’s Services is looking for an experienced Social Worker to join our Children in Our Care (CIOC) service. This is a chance to act as an aspirational corporate parent for children living with parents, relatives, foster carers, or in residential settings.

Key Responsibilities

* Undertake high-quality assessments and develop outcome-focused Care and Pathway Plans.

* Work collaboratively with partner agencies including Health, Education, CAMHS, and the regional adoption agency.

* Promote safety, stability, and permanence for care-experienced young people.

* Ensure children are safeguarded through timely intervention and robust permanency planning.

* Advocate for children’s holistic needs and promote their overall wellbeing.

* Participate in reflective supervision and contribute to a culture of professional curiosity and innovation.

Requirements

* Proven experience within a CIOC or Looked After Children (LAC) team.

* Strong skills in writing Pathway Plans and promoting positive outcomes for care leavers.

* Ability to work effectively with Independent Reviewing Officers and foster carers.

* Active Social Work England registration and a relevant social work degree.

Why Join Blackburn with Darwen?

* High Pay:
Rates up to £38 per hour.

* Supportive Environment:
Be part of a forward-thinking, ambitious service committed to excellence.

* Development:
Access to ongoing professional development and a collaborative team culture