Duty and Assessment Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice

Relocation package

Discounts

Free parking

Local Authority Pension scheme

Job summary

Local Authority in Bradford is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for the Duty and Assessment service. The role is permanent and full-time with hybrid working arrangements. A Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship) are required.

You will undertake section 47 enquiries and complete child and family assessments while managing a caseload and collaborating with schools, health professionals, police, and other agencies.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Social Work and right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship).
• Experience in frontline social work teams post-qualification.
• Understanding of current social work legislation.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking section 47 enquiries.
• Completing child and family assessments.
• Holding a manageable caseload of children.
• Work collaboratively with schools, health professionals, police, and other agencies.

Skills

Frontline social work experience

Interagency collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Social Work

Job description

A Local Authority is looking for a Qualified Social Worker for their Duty and Assessment service in Bradford. This is a permanent andfull-timeposition that is hybrid working.

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship)

About the team

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and families with a child-centred approach. This team has flexible and creative ways of working.

About the job

• Undertaking section 47 enquiries
• Completing child and family assessments
• Holding a manageable caseload of children supported through child in need planning
• Work collaboratively with schools, health professionals, police, and other agencies

About you

The successful candidate will have experience within frontline teams post qualification and whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant legislation.

What's on offer?

• Salary sacrifice
• Relocation package
• Access to various discounts
• Free parking
• Local Authority Pension scheme

Hours: Full time / Permanent

For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham