Senior Social Worker - Conversational Front Door Team

TN United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in children's services is seeking a Senior Social Worker for their Conversational Front Door Team in Slough. This role involves receiving referrals, conducting assessments, and ensuring children receive timely support. With a focus on innovative practices, the team is dedicated to making a positive impact on children's lives. The position offers opportunities for training and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Agile working supported by technology

Flexible working policies

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of post-qualifying experience.
• Registered with Social Work England.

Responsibilities

• Receive and take referrals directly from the public and agencies.
• Work within a MASH/Screening Team, conducting risk assessments.
• Ensure children receive appropriate services at the right time.

Skills

Experience in children's services

Analytical skills

Professional curiosity

Education

Social Work Degree

Job description

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Senior Social Worker - Conversational Front Door Team, Slough

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Location:

Slough, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Your new company

Are you passionate about making a positive and lasting difference to children and young people? We are currently recruiting for multiple positions in the children's services sector for a client known for their innovative and agile approach.

Your new role

Our client is seeking Social Workers, Senior Social Workers, and a Team Manager for a 9-month period to help shape practice within a team committed to doing the right thing for children and young people. This is part of their transformation programme aimed at implementing a needs-led and conversational model.

• Receive and take referrals directly from members of the public, partners, and agencies.
• Utilise professional curiosity to understand the needs, risks, vulnerabilities, and protective factors experienced by children and young people.
• Work within a MASH/Screening Team, understanding thresholds, analysing information from various sources, undertaking risk assessments, and completing safety plans.
• Ensure children receive the appropriate level of service/help at the right time.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience and expertise in taking and responding to referrals to children’s services.
• Ability to work at pace and analyse information from multiple sources to inform plans.
• Must have a Social Work Degree or equivalent qualification.
• Must be registered with Social Work England.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of post-qualifying experience within a permanent position.

What you'll get in return

• Training and development opportunities
• Agile working supported by technology
• Flexible working policies
• Friendly working environment and great colleagues