Impactful Social Worker — Assessment Team (Flexible)

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training & development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for the Assessment Team. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, identify needs, and develop tailored support plans to promote wellbeing and safeguard vulnerable populations.

Key duties include creating care plans with families and professionals, maintaining case records, and participating in multi-agency safeguarding meetings. A Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England are required.

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification (BA/MA) and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in assessment and care planning within social work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and best practices in social work.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and manage a caseload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of service users' needs and circumstances.
• Develop and implement care plans with service users, families, and other professionals.
• Provide support and guidance to individuals and families to access resources and services.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records per statutory requirements and council policies.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings and contribute to safeguarding strategies.

Skills

Assessment

Care planning

Communication

Legislation knowledge

Teamwork

Education

BA/MA in Social Work

Job description

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for the Assessment Team. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, identify needs, and develop tailored support plans to promote wellbeing and safeguard vulnerable populations.

Key duties include creating care plans with families and professionals, maintaining case records, and participating in multi-agency safeguarding meetings. A Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England are required.