Job description

We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Referral and Assessment Team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.

About the team

The team work in partnership with children and their families to understand the support that they need to live safely and happily. The team make a decision on the best outcome for the family. On a day-to-day basis, the team will complete section 47, section 17 and section 7 assessments to find the severity of the situation and make sure it is dealt with in the best manor. The team work closely with the child protection team and the children in need team.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree, DipSW, CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years' experience is required to be deemed suitable for this role. The ability to work in a fast-paced team and utilise experience in front-line services is essential to be successful. A valid UK driving licence and car is also essential. Multi-agency family assessments are carried out in this team which include visiting families, conducting direct work with children and young people, gathering and analysing information to allow us to consider next steps.

What's on offer

£37.70 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
Parking available/nearby
Easily accessible via car or public transport
Hybrid working scheme
Fast paced, short term case holding

For more information, please get in touch

Owen Giles - Candidate Consultant

07776849119