Children's Social Workers - PERMANENT

Service Care Solutions; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oldham Council is seeking a passionate Children's Assessment & Intervention Social Worker to join their team. This role involves safeguarding children, conducting assessments, and providing support to families. With a focus on career progression and manageable caseloads, this is an excellent opportunity for dedicated professionals.

Benefits

2,000 retention payment

500 essential car user allowance

Up to 8,000 relocation package

Free town centre parking

Discounted gym membership

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England required.
• Experience in safeguarding, child protection, or assessment and intervention preferred.
• Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory assessments for children and families.
• Provide timely interventions to protect children from harm.
• Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring high-quality social work practice.

Skills

Assessment

Risk Management

Decision-Making

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Sponsorship not provided

Job Title: Children's Assessment & Intervention Social Worker
Location: Oldham Council
Salary: 37,938 - 41,511 per annum + 2,000 retention payment
Contract: Permanent
Working Arrangements: Hybrid working

Description:
Oldham Council is looking for passionate and dedicated Social Workers to join our Assessment & Intervention (A&I) Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the forefront of safeguarding children and young people, working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment where early intervention and timely decision-making are key.
We are committed to building a stable and permanent workforce, offering excellent support, manageable caseloads, and clear career progression pathways.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake statutory assessments for children and families, identifying risks and developing support plans.
• Provide timely interventions to protect children from harm and improve their well-being.
• Work in partnership with families, professionals, and partner agencies to deliver targeted support.
• Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring high-quality social work practice in line with legislation.
• Prepare and present reports for court proceedings, case conferences, and multi-agency meetings.
• Advocate for children and families, ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience: Experience in safeguarding, child protection, or assessment and intervention preferred.
• Skills: Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge: Understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures relating to children's social care.
• Other Requirements: Ability to travel across Oldham.

Why Join Us?

• Financial Benefits:
  • 2,000 retention payment
  • 500 essential car user allowance + mileage (45p per mile)
  • Up to 8,000 relocation package
  • Reimbursement of Social Work England registration fees

• Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing:
  • Hybrid working (home & office)
  • Flexible working & TOIL (time off in lieu)
  • Free town centre parking
  • Discounted gym membership & staff discount scheme
  • Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

• Career Development:
  • Clear progression pathways
  • Comprehensive training & CPD opportunities
  • Staff recognition & celebration events

How to Apply:

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on (phone number removed) or email me your CV - (url removed)

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.