Children's Assessment Social Worker — Flexible Hours & Growth

Liquid Personnel Limited.; Christchurch, Poole; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Liquid Personnel is recruiting experienced Children's Social Workers for BCP Council's four Assessment Teams in Dorset. You will assess children’s circumstances and develop effective plans to safeguard and support families, working within statutory timescales and alongside the team.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, clear progression, and comprehensive induction with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Social Work England Registration.
• Significant frontline safeguarding experience within Children's Services.
• Experience managing complex referrals and assessments.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced assessment environment.
• Commitment to delivering positive outcomes for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Completing initial single assessments within statutory timescales
• Undertaking continuous assessments from referral through to closure
• Facilitating family network meetings
• Managing complex safeguarding referrals and assessments
• Working closely with families to identify strengths, risks, and support networks
• Making informed recommendations regarding next steps, including closure, step-down, or transfer to longer-term teams

Education

Social Work England Registration

Job description

Liquid Personnel is recruiting experienced Children's Social Workers for BCP Council's four Assessment Teams in Dorset. You will assess children’s circumstances and develop effective plans to safeguard and support families, working within statutory timescales and alongside the team.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, clear progression, and comprehensive induction with ongoing learning and development opportunities.