Children & Families Assessment Social Worker (Hybrid)

Opus People Solutions; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Peterborough City Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Assessment Service, working with children, young people and families to identify needs, manage risks, and deliver positive outcomes.

This role requires a recognised Social Work qualification, registration with Social Work England, ASYE completed with at least 3 years’ permanent experience as a statutory Children’s Social Worker, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• ASYE completed with at least 3 years' permanent experience as a statutory Children’s Social Worker.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments of children and families to identify needs, strengths, and risks.
• Develop and implement effective plans to safeguard children and improve outcomes.
• Build positive and constructive relationships with children, young people, families and carers.
• Work in partnership with multi‑agency professionals to deliver coordinated support.
• Manage a varied and complex caseload, exercising sound professional judgement and decision-making.
• Complete statutory assessments, interventions, reports, and case recordings in line with legislation and local procedures.
• Participate in regular supervision and professional development activities.
• Promote the welfare, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people at all times.

Skills

Assessment skills

Risk assessment

Report writing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Peterborough City Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Assessment Service, working with children, young people and families to identify needs, manage risks, and deliver positive outcomes.

This role requires a recognised Social Work qualification, registration with Social Work England, ASYE completed with at least 3 years’ permanent experience as a statutory Children’s Social Worker, and a full UK driving licence.