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Temporary Social Work Coordinator

Overview

Express Recruitment are currently recruiting for multiple Social Work Co-ordinators to support the Children and Young People’s Service within. We are looking for organised and proactive individuals with strong administrative experience to provide essential support to Child Protection and Children in Care Teams.

Previous experience working within an administrative role is essential, ideally within a social care, healthcare or multi-agency environment. Candidates must have excellent organisational skills, strong communication abilities and an understanding of safeguarding responsibilities when working with children and vulnerable families.

Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience in an administrative or co-ordination role is essential Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, databases and general office software
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines
  • Experience arranging and taking minutes at meetings
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with individuals at all levels
  • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
  • Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and issues affecting children and young people
  • Experience working within a multi-agency or public sector environment would be advantageous
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification, or extensive relevant administrative experience
Roles & Responsibilities
  • Provide administrative support to Child Protection and Children in Care Teams, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of services
  • Arrange and co-ordinate statutory reviews, child protection conferences and multi-agency meetings
  • Prepare meeting invitations, distribute relevant paperwork and attend meetings to take accurate minutes
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and case information on relevant databases
  • Co-ordinate appointments, including children's medical and dental appointments, as well as holiday activities
  • Liaise with social workers, partner agencies, families and other professionals to ensure effective communication and support
  • Manage diaries, organise meetings and ensure deadlines and follow-up actions are completed
  • Provide a high standard of customer service to children, young people and their families
  • Maintain confidentiality and work in accordance with safeguarding, data protection and council policies
About Express Recruitment
Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, "exceeding expectations every time" of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7
Job Location
Leicester, Leicestershire
Salary
c£14.37 per hour + Holiday Pay
Job Type and Hours
Temporary, Monday – Friday, 7.4 Hours a day

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