Children's SP - UASC Team - Shropshire

Join our dedicated Children's SP - UASC Team in Shropshire as a Qualified Social Worker, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting unaccompanied asylum-seeking children. Your expertise will help create a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable young individuals as they navigate their journey in the UK. You will work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including families, schools, and community organizations, to ensure the best outcomes for those in your care.

Key responsibilities in this role include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of the needs of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.
• Developing and implementing tailored care plans that focus on the individual needs of each child.
• Providing direct support and advocacy to children, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to facilitate access to education, healthcare, and other essential services.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with local authority policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will possess essential qualifications and skills, including:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., CQSW, CSS, or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working with children and young people, particularly in the context of safeguarding and child protection.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships.
• A solid understanding of legislation and best practices related to unaccompanied asylum-seeking children.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive work environment with ongoing professional development opportunities.

• regular supervision, training programs, and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and a pension scheme.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and are looking for a rewarding career,