Emergency Duty Social Worker (Out-of-Hours) – Crisis Lead

Randstad Care; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in the UK seeks an experienced Social Worker for the Emergency Duty Team in Gateshead. The role involves managing high-risk crises and conducting urgent statutory assessments. Ideal candidates will have substantial frontline experience in social work and a recognized qualification. The position offers a highly competitive rate of £59 per hour, with the flexibility of hybrid or remote work options.

Qualifications

• Extensive post-qualified experience in statutory frontline social work.
• Understanding of the Children Act 1989 and the Care Act 2014.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Manage immediate and complex crisis situations involving children and adults.
• Conduct urgent Mental Capacity Act assessments and coordinate inquiries.
• Work closely with police, health services, and housing during crisis.
• Make autonomous, high-risk decisions on duty.

Skills

Crisis intervention

High-risk assessment

Multi-agency liaison

Decision making

Education

Professional qualification in Social Work

Current registration with Social Work England (SWE)

Job description

A leading staffing agency in the UK seeks an experienced Social Worker for the Emergency Duty Team in Gateshead. The role involves managing high-risk crises and conducting urgent statutory assessments. Ideal candidates will have substantial frontline experience in social work and a recognized qualification. The position offers a highly competitive rate of £59 per hour, with the flexibility of hybrid or remote work options.