Social Worker – Assessment

Sheldon Phillips Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work recruitment agency is seeking a Social Worker for the Assessment Service in Barking & Dagenham. This permanent position offers a hybrid work model and involves high-quality assessments and collaboration with children and families. The role requires Social Work England registration and relevant experience. Competitive compensation and additional benefits such as a welcome bonus and relocation package apply.

Benefits

£2,500 Welcome Bonus

£2,500 Retention Payment

£7,500 Relocation Package

£300 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in assessment and frontline statutory social work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced assessment environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete high-quality assessments with children and families.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners.
• Manage risk within statutory frameworks.

Skills

Social Work England registration

Strong analysis skills

Report writing skills

Communication skills

Flexibility to attend office

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Social Worker – Assessment

Barking & Dagenham | Permanent | £37,396 - £46,528 | Hybrid (3 Days Office-Based)

£2,500 Welcome Bonus | £2,500 Retention Payment | £7,500 Relocation Package

This is a permanent Social Worker position within the Assessment Service in Barking & Dagenham. You will complete high-quality assessments, work with children and families at the point of referral, and ensure timely decision-making to support safety and positive outcomes. The role involves direct work with children, multi-agency collaboration, and managing risk within statutory frameworks.

Sponsorship is available for this role.

What You’ll Need :

• Social Work England registration
• Social Work qualification
• Experience in assessment and frontline statutory social work
• Strong analysis, report writing and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced assessment environment
• Flexibility to attend the office three days per week

Why Sheldon Phillips?

Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.

If you want to know more about this Social Worker – Assessment role in Barking & Dagenham, give Ellis Russell a call on (phone number removed) – let’s have a chat!

And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply)