About this job

Be part of something new. Build specialist expertise. Social Worker (ECAS) Children’s Care & Support We are recruiting to our new Expert Court Assessment Service (ECAS) — an innovative service focused on delivering high-quality, court-ready parenting assessments that improve outcomes for children. This is an exciting opportunity to develop specialist skills in assessment and court work within a supportive and forward-thinking team. About the Role As an ECAS Social Worker, you will work as a specialist practitioner, delivering analytical parenting assessments within pre-proceedings and care proceedings. You will: <ul style="text-align: justify;"> <li>Complete high-quality, child-focused parenting assessments</li> <li>Produce analytical, court-ready reports</li> <li>Contribute to timely decision-making and reduced delay</li> <li>Work collaboratively with legal services and partner agencies</li> <li>Develop expertise in court-based social work practice</li> </ul>

Special requirements for this post

We welcome applications from qualified and experienced candidates. You will need to have a Social Work. You will need to hold a current SW England registration. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an Enhanced Children’s Department of Barring Services check.

About you

Why Join ECAS Now? <ul style="text-align: justify;"> <li>Be part of a new and growing specialist service</li> <li>Build expertise in assessment and court work</li> <li>Benefit from strong supervision and development opportunities</li> <li>Work within a high-performing, supportive team environment</li> <li>Access clear career progression pathways</li> </ul> What We’re Looking For <ul> <li style="text-align: justify;">Qualified Social Worker with SWE registration</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">Experience of working with children and families</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">Strong analytical and communication skills</li> <li style="text-align: justify;">Commitment to high-quality, child-focused practice</li> </ul>

About us

Barking & Dagenham is changing. It Starts Here. Think you know Barking and Dagenham? Think again. While this small corner of east London might have a reputation for needing development, scratch beneath the surface and you’ll find active communities and a place that consistently punches above its weight. The borough is changing – and changing for the better. And It Starts Here. Yes, the borough has its challenges. But it’s on the cusp of something exciting. With one of the youngest populations in the country, ambitions are high and rightly so. 98% of our schools are rated Good or Outstanding and every year more of our talented teenagers get into Russell Group Universities and hotly sought after apprenticeship schemes. We have award winning parks, centuries old manor houses full of relics and artifacts you can go and see, and the ruins of one of Anglo-Saxon England's most powerful and wealthiest religious sites. We’re even bringing beavers and white storks to the borough to help rewild the local landscape and boost biodiversity. Over the past few years, we’ve been working hard to improve how we deliver services and support our community. From tackling inequality to making sure our services are the best they can be, we’re focused on what matters most to local people.  We’re creating the conditions for people to thrive - so everyone can enjoy a good quality of life, feel proud to call this place home, and be part of something bigger.   #ItStartsHere - with our streets, our schools, our neighbourhoods. And with your application to join our determined team who are passionate about doing what’s best for the future of Barking and Dagenham.  As an Investors in People Gold Award employer, we’re serious about supporting our staff. From flexible working, professional training and career development to wellbeing initiatives, we want our people to feel valued and supported in everything they do.

Additional Information

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most Help shape better decisions for children through high-quality assessment work If you like the sound of moving to an authority where social workers are truly valued, get in touch with us today for a confidential discussion about this post by emailing socialcarerecruitment@lbbd.gov.uk

Available documents

ECAS Social Worker Parent Assessor JDPS 100926.docx

Social Worker - Expert Court Assessment Service (ECAS) (Full Time)