Family Social Worker - Hybrid, Early Help & Protection

Connect2Luton; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect2Luton is recruiting a Social Worker to join the Family First team within Children’s Services in Luton. You will deliver early help and child in need services with a multidisciplinary team across health, police, education and voluntary sectors.

You will conduct holistic assessments, handle statutory duties under the Children Act 1989, and develop SMART plans to safeguard and empower families, with regular home visits and court reporting when required.

Responsibilities

• Assessment & Safeguarding: complete high-quality, holistic assessments and lead multi-agency planning.
• Statutory Duties: undertake Children Act 1989 duties including care proceedings, risk assessments and court involvement.
• Planning & Intervention: create SMART plans aligned with the Practice Framework and promote anti-discriminatory practice.
• Direct Work: build positive relationships with children and families and ensure their voices are heard.
• Recording & Compliance: maintain accurate case records on Liquid Logic in GDPR-compliant manner.
• Court & Reporting: prepare court reports and witness statements in line with policies.
• CPD & Development: engage in supervision and professional development through the Social Work Academy.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Connect2Luton is recruiting a Social Worker to join the Family First team within Children’s Services in Luton. You will deliver early help and child in need services with a multidisciplinary team across health, police, education and voluntary sectors.

You will conduct holistic assessments, handle statutory duties under the Children Act 1989, and develop SMART plans to safeguard and empower families, with regular home visits and court reporting when required.