Part time (18.5 hours) Barnsley - AP - Duty & Assessment

Eden Brown Synergy; Wombwell; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner (AP) for a Part-Time position in the Duty & Assessment Team at Barnsley Council. The successful candidate will lead a small team, delivering high-quality assessments and supporting children's needs. Essential qualifications include a Social Work Degree and at least 3 years of statutory experience. Effective communication and reflective supervision skills are required. Flexible working is available, and candidates should possess a driving licence and vehicle access.

Benefits

DBS check processed and paid for

Twice weekly payroll

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's services.
• Qualified Social Worker with significant statutory experience in Duty & Assessment.
• Strong written and spoken English required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a small dedicated team within the Assessment & Duty Team.
• Deliver statutory assessments and interventions.
• Work closely with colleagues and partners to manage risk effectively.

Skills

Team leadership

Child protection legislation knowledge

Strong communication skills

Reflective supervision

Education

Social Work Qualification – Degree or equivalent

Job description

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Advanced Practitioner (AP) for Part-Time Duty & Assessment Team in Barnsley Council.

Job Title : Part-Time AP Duty & Assessment Team

Location : Wombwell Police Station, Barnsley (S73 0HF)

Pay Rate : £37 per hour

Hours : 18.5 hours per week.

About the Role

18.5 hours per week, based at Wombwell Police Station, Barnsley.

Lead and support a small team within the Assessment & Duty Team.

Must have Duty & Assessment experience.

Hybrid working available.

Drive best practice and embed our Stronger Together model, underpinned by Signs of Safety.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support a small, dedicated team within the Assessment & Duty Team.

Deliver statutory assessments and interventions, ensuring high standards of multi‑agency collaboration.

Implement and uphold best practices aligned with the Stronger Together model, supported by Signs of Safety.

Work closely with colleagues and partners to assess needs and manage risk effectively.

Provide strong reflective supervision and contribute to team development.

What We're Looking For

Qualified Social Worker with significant statutory experience in a Duty & Assessment.

Proven ability to lead a team and provide reflective supervision to support professional development.

Strong knowledge of child protection legislation and best practice standards.

Experience driving positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families through collaborative working.

Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

The successful candidate must have a high standard of written and spoken English.

Essential Requirements

• Social Work Qualification – Degree or equivalent
• At least 3 years’ experience as a social worker within children’s services
• Social Work England Registration
• Driving licence and access to own vehicle

We also offer a referral bonus, so if you know someone who could be a great fit for any of these roles, please feel free to share this email or send their details across – your recommendation would be very much appreciated!

If you’re interested in any of the above, please reply with your updated CV and earliest start date.

Alternatively, feel free to contact me directly on (phone number removed) or via email at (email address removed).

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include

• DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
• Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
• Bonus for finding your own job
• Twice weekly payroll
• Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T / A nGAGE Talent.