Children's Social Worker - Assessments & Interventions

London Social Work for Children; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development programmes

Generous leave entitlement

Parental leave & shared parental leave

Job summary

Merton Council is seeking an Experienced Social Worker to join its Children Assessment and Intervention team in Merton. This role focuses on assessments and interventions in line with statutory requirements to support children and families.

The ideal candidate will hold a recognised Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and bring experience in a children's statutory social work setting with a strong commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in a children's statutory social work setting, especially assessment and intervention.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support children and families within the Children Assessment and Intervention team.
• Carry out assessments and interventions in line with statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding

Statutory social work

Assessment and intervention

Enhanced DBS

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Merton Council is seeking an Experienced Social Worker to join its Children Assessment and Intervention team in Merton. This role focuses on assessments and interventions in line with statutory requirements to support children and families.

The ideal candidate will hold a recognised Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and bring experience in a children's statutory social work setting with a strong commitment to safeguarding.