Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in Leigh on Sea is seeking a Social Worker for Assessment & Intervention in Social Care. This permanent position offers a salary of £39,152-£45,091 P/Annum and provides flexible working hours, alongside a supportive team culture dedicated to improving outcomes for families. Candidates must possess SWE Registration, a full UK driving license, and relevant experience. Join a dynamic team focused on reducing caseloads and enhancing support for children in need.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Opportunity for role progression

Competitive pay rate

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year post qualifying experience in the UK Social Care industry.
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you).
• Full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Child and Family Assessments and S.47 inquiries.
• Assess, monitor, and review social care needs of individuals.
• Devise individual care plans based on needs and risks.
• Manage an agreed case load and monitor care packages.

Skills

Child and Family Assessments

Communication Skills

Case Load Management

Numeracy Skills

Education

SWE Registration

Job description

Ackerman Pierce is currently supporting a leading local authority within Southend to recruit for a Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention within the Social Care Industry on a permanent basis paying £39,152-£45,091 P/Annum, after you have been employed in this post for 3 years and 1 day. You must have a full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle to qualify for this role. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. My client is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing several changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Southend on Sea Borough Council.

Main duties include:

• Experience of Undertaking Child and Family Assessments, S.47 inquiries and intervention and planning for 'Children in Need'.
• Required to use professional knowledge to assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services.
• Must have significant knowledge, experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families.
• Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect vulnerable people.
• Required to manage an agreed case load, offer support and guidance and monitor, review and reassess care packages/services to ensure continued effectiveness. Must be able to use paper and computerised case recording systems, produce reports and capture and analyse information.
• Some knowledge of care benefits, fees and allowances would be helpful.
• Understand philosophies, professional social work issues and the legal framework underpinning care services.
• Must be computer literate and have basic numeracy skills. Must be able to fulfil transport requirements.
• Must possess good communication skills with ability to negotiate with services users.

Benefits of Working with Southend On Sea Borough Council

• Free onsite parking.
• Opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority.
• A very competitive pay rate which exceeds most of the surrounding areas.
• OFSTED RATING 2025 - GOOD.

Minimum Requirements

• SWE Registration.
• 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry.
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving license + access to your own vehicle.

Job Title: Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention
Location: Southend On Sea
Salary: £39,152-£45,091 P/Annum