Residential Family Assessment Social Worker

Portman Recruitment Limited

Sheffield, Matlock

On-site

GBP 43,000 - 52,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance (45p per mile)

Job summary

Portman Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Family Assessment Residential Services covering Sheffield and Matlock. The role focuses on 12-week parenting assessments within a residential setting, safeguarding children and producing evidence-based recommendations.

Candidates should be qualified social workers with current registration, comfortable travelling between services to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

Must be a qualified Social Worker with the appropriate professional registration.
Experience in assessing families and safeguarding children preferred.
Strong report-writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Complete 12-week parenting and family assessments.
Work directly with parents, children and families in residential setting.
Assess parenting capacity, strengths, risks and areas needing support.
Undertake direct work and observations with families.
Gather and analyze evidence throughout the assessment period.
Produce clear, analytical Social Work reports.
Collaborate with residential staff and multidisciplinary teams.
Liaise with Local Authority Social Workers and other professionals.
Contribute to meetings, reviews and professional discussions.
Make evidence-based recommendations regarding the needs and welfare of children.