Social Worker

Charles Hunter Associates; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Duty and Assessment Team. The role requires a degree in Social Work and a minimum of three years post qualified experience. Key responsibilities include conducting assessments and providing interventions for children and families. The position offers £37 per hour with hybrid working options, in a supportive management structure and easily accessible location.

Benefits

£37.00 per hour

Hybrid working

Supportive management structure

Parking available/nearby

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent positions.
• Enthusiastic and committed Social Worker.
• Substantial knowledge and experience in a children's frontline setting.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for completing S17, S47 and pre-birth assessments.
• Provide short term intervention for children and families.
• Make effective decisions based on face to face visits.

Skills

Social Work qualification

Experience in children's frontline setting

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Education

Degree/DipSW/CQSW in Social Work

Job description

We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Duty and Assessment Team.

This role requires a Social Work qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent position/s.

About the team

The team is responsible for completing S17, S47 and pre-birth assessments to provide short term intervention for children and families to avoid further escalation to child protection services. Being able to make effective decisions based on face to face visits is key to ensure the best outcomes for each child. This team works in a fast paced environment and prioritise restorative practice with each and every case they deal with.

About you

You will be an enthusiastic and committed Social Worker with substantial knowledge and experience in a children's frontline setting. Ability to work in a fast paced environment is key to the success of this role. It is also essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and minimum three years post qualified experience.

What's on offer?

• £37.00 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
• Hybrid working
• "Good" Ofsted inspection result
• Parking available/ nearby
• Supportive management structure
• Easily accessible via car or public transport

For more information, please get in contact

Katherine Scoggins - Team Leader

0118 948 5555 / 07990044930