Assessment Social Worker

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the social services sector seeks experienced Social Workers to join its Assessment Team in Guildford. In this dynamic role, you will conduct thorough assessments and collaborate with families and partner agencies to ensure children receive timely support. Join a supportive environment focused on professional development and the well-being of children.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Annual training budget up to £250

Exceptional referral bonuses - £350

Payroll service twice a week

DBS disclosures provided free of charge

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in child protection, safeguarding, and assessment services.
• Strong understanding of child development, safeguarding frameworks, and trauma-informed practice.
• Willingness to travel across Surrey as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory social work assessments to identify risks and support needs.
• Develop SMART care plans with families and partner agencies.
• Prepare and present reports for case conferences and multi-agency meetings.

Skills

Risk assessment

Decision-making

Communication

Education

Degree in Social Work

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

Description

Surrey County Council is seeking experienced Social Workers to join our Assessment Team in Guildford. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with children, young people, and families, providing high-quality assessments to support timely and effective interventions.
Our strengths-based, relationship-focused approach ensures that children receive the right support at the right time. You will be part of a supportive team that values professional development and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory social work assessments, identifying risks, strengths, and support needs.
• Work closely with families, schools, health professionals, and partner agencies to develop SMART care plans.
• Undertake child protection investigations and make informed decisions to safeguard children.
• Manage a complex caseload, ensuring timely and proportionate responses to referrals.
• Prepare and present reports for case conferences, court proceedings, and multi-agency meetings.
• Advocate for children and families, ensuring their voices are central to all planning and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate case records in line with statutory guidance and best practices.

Requirements

• Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience: Significant post-qualification experience in child protection, safeguarding, and assessment services.
• Skills: Strong risk assessment, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Knowledge: Understanding of child development, safeguarding frameworks, and trauma-informed practice.
• Other Requirements: Willingness and ability to travel across Surrey as required.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a high-performing team that prioritises children’s well-being.
• Access to ongoing professional development, CPD, and career progression opportunities.
• A supportive work environment with regular reflective supervision.
• Work in a collaborative, multi-agency setting that values innovation and best practices.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on 01772 208964 or email me your CV – [e-mail]

If this role isn’t right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350.

The benefits of working with SCS:

• A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
• Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per referral placed in to work!
• An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
• Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
• Payroll service twice a week.
• Ltd and PAYE payment options available.
• Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
• Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
• DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.