Social Worker – Assessment & Intervention, North Essex

Essex County Counci; Colchester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking local authority as a Social Worker in the Assessment & Intervention team, where your expertise will create lasting positive change in the lives of children and families. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with children in need, conducting assessments and delivering impactful interventions. With a focus on professional development and innovative practices, including a groundbreaking nine-day working fortnight, this position is ideal for both newly qualified and experienced social workers. Embrace a fulfilling career in a supportive environment dedicated to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Support for Unpaid Carers

Employee Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• A social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Commitment to professional development and the Professional Capability Framework.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to children in need and their families.
• Engage in child protection inquiries and collaborate with law enforcement.

Skills

Social Work Knowledge

Emotional Intelligence

Analytical Skills

Professional Development Commitment

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention, North Essex

Permanent, Full Time

£37,185 to £50,081 Per Annum

Location: Colchester

Working Style: Community-based worker

Closing Date: 15th May 2025

Here in Essex, we continue to raise the bar about practice and our investment in our workforce is second to none. It’s an exciting time to join us, having received our 2nd Outstanding Ofsted rating in a row.

Flexibility and well-being are vital, especially in the fast-paced world of children's Social Care. That's why we have introduced a groundbreaking nine-day working fortnight for our frontline Social Workers within Children’s services. Intrigued? Explore this initiative further by following this link: nine-day working fortnight.

This position is open to Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs) and experienced Social Workers. (The starting salary for a NQSW is £34,902 per annum, rising to £37,185 upon successful completion of the ASYE programme).

Join our Assessment & Intervention (A&I) teams, where we serve as the entry point for children, young individuals, parents, carers, and collaborating agencies seeking access to our transformative Children & Families services. Our A&I team conducts initial assessments and delivers short-term interventions to make a positive difference in families' lives.

Your Role in A&I: You will work with children in need (CIN) and their families, providing tailored support for up to three months. You will engage in S47 child protection inquiries, collaborating with law enforcement and partners to assess immediate risks. When appropriate, you will transition cases to our Family Support and Protection Teams, shaping brighter futures for children and families.

The Essentials You Bring:

• Qualifications: A social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Continuous Learning: Commitment to professional development, aligning with the Professional Capability Framework (PCF) and Knowledge & Skills Statement (KSS).
• Expertise in Action: Strong social work knowledge infused with emotional intelligence, analytical skills, and confidence.

What’s in it for You?

• Impact: Your work will create lasting positive change in children and families’ lives.
• Innovation: Your ideas are encouraged and valued, allowing you to pioneer new interventions.
• Connections: Build strong relationships with partners, stakeholders, and voluntary agencies to extend support beyond our services.

To learn more about our business area, visit: Children & Families

Watch our ‘No Magic’ Children & Families video to get a glimpse of our work.

Why Essex?

As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we are committed to transformational change and delivering high-quality services efficiently. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we value everyone in Everyone's Essex. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, Essex is an ideal place to develop your career or contribute to the community.

In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government’s devolution priority programme, aiming to establish a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. Read more about devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR) on our careers site.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We commit to interviewing all disabled applicants who meet the minimum job requirements under our Job Interview Scheme. Please contact our Recruiters for reasonable adjustments during the process. We also commit to interviewing all veterans and care leavers who meet the minimum requirements.

Once employed, you'll enjoy employee benefits such as support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements.

We value integrity and ethical behaviour. Please embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles throughout the recruitment process. Your adherence helps us maintain a positive, respectful workplace.

The role involves mobility across Essex and beyond, including transporting service users and belongings. A driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, or the ability to meet mobility requirements through other means.

All registered DBS certificates must be kept up to date. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for maintaining it. For more information, visit: https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

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