Children Social Worker for Assessment Team

Randstad Staffing; Hereford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Children Social Worker to join the Herefordshire Council's Assessments Team. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social work, with proven skills in assessment and safeguarding, and a passion for improving outcomes for children and families.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development budget

Employee Assistance Programme

Payment of professional membership fees

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' post-qualification experience as a qualified social worker.
• Registered as a social worker with Social Work England.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and investigate concerns for children and families.
• Work directly with children and families alongside partner agencies.

Skills

Assessment

Report Writing

Safeguarding

Partnership Working

Education

Social Work Degree

DipSW

CQSW

CSS

Job description

Are you an experienced Children Social Worker?

Do you have a passion for helping others?

If so, Randstad is recruiting a Children Social Worker to join the Herefordshire Council for the Assessments Team. This is a full-time role offering up to £40k annually.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes:
• Social Worker starting salary of £35,235 - £39,513 (plus market supplement of £5,000 per year, total £40,235 - £44,513)
• Welcome payment of £10,000 for experienced social workers joining our children's teams.
• Relocation packages: support of up to £10,000.
• Pension Scheme enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Professional development: protected time and budget to support social workers' career development.
• Career progression: clear pathways to senior social worker level.
• Generous annual leave: 31 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase an additional 10 days per year.
• Flexible working arrangements: flexi-time, job-share, part-time hours, and some home working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support and counselling services.
• Payment of professional membership fees.
• Perks and discounts: access to retail, leisure, holiday, and health benefits, including savings, cashback, and discounts.

Responsibilities:

• Join our improvement journey as part of the Assessment Team, working directly with children and families, alongside other staff and partner agencies.
• Respond to referrals in a child-focused and timely manner.
• Conduct assessments and investigate concerns to determine appropriate support for children and families.
• Be fully qualified (DipSW, CQSW, CSS, or equivalent) with at least 2 years' experience in statutory social care.
• Utilize skills in assessment, report writing, and managing complex caseloads to improve outcomes for children and families in Herefordshire.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• Registered as a social worker with Social Work England.
• Hold a Degree, Diploma, C.S.S, or C.Q.S.W in Social Work.
• Knowledge of current legislation and guidance affecting social care.
• Experience in person-centred, strengths-based, outcome-focused assessments, care management, and review.
• Ability to undertake safeguarding enquiries, with appropriate training and experience.
• Potential to undertake courses such as Practice Education, Best Interest Assessor, or Approved Mental Health Professional.
• Experience working in partnership with other agencies to ensure safety and support independence.

Minimum Requirements:

• Social Work England registration.
• At least 3 years' post-qualification experience as a qualified social worker.
• Social Work Degree or equivalent.
• Enhanced DBS check.

If you have further questions or wish to apply, please contact Shravanti at 020-3878-3435. Otherwise, apply below, and I will be in touch soon.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business for temporary staffing and as an employment agency for permanent placements. We are an equal opportunities employer, making decisions based on merit.