Children's Social Worker – Assessment & Safeguarding Expert

Caritas Recruitment; Beeston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join an Assessment Team in Nottinghamshire. You will handle a varied caseload of children and families with complex needs, conducting timely assessments and developing plans to safeguard and support wellbeing.

You will work with schools, health services, police and other partners, ensuring voices of children and families inform decisions, while maintaining accurate records and contributing to multi‑agency meetings.

Qualifications

• Must hold recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in children’s social care, especially assessment, safeguarding or duty and assessment services.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and strengths-based practice.
• Ability to assess risk and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Complete timely, child-focused assessments.
• Develop clear plans to promote safety, wellbeing and development.
• Contribute to child protection enquiries and court applications when required.
• Record accurately and maintain up-to-date case files.
• Collaborate with schools, health services, police and partner agencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Multi-agency collaboration

Case management

Professional judgement

Education

Social Work degree

Social Work England registration

Job description

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join an Assessment Team in Nottinghamshire. You will handle a varied caseload of children and families with complex needs, conducting timely assessments and developing plans to safeguard and support wellbeing.

You will work with schools, health services, police and other partners, ensuring voices of children and families inform decisions, while maintaining accurate records and contributing to multi‑agency meetings.