Social Worker - Assessment & Planning - Hackney - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Social Worker for the Assessment & Planning Team in Hackney, England. This full-time opportunity offers a competitive pay rate of £37.52 per hour and allows you to engage with diverse community dynamics. Candidates should have a degree in social work and extensive frontline experience in UK Social Services. This role emphasizes conducting assessments, developing care plans, and participating in case conferences, enabling impactful contributions to the community.

Benefits

Flexibility to craft your schedule

Supportive work environment

Continual learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in social work with current Social Work England registration.
• Significant frontline experience in UK Social Services as a qualified Social Worker.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Initial Assessments with precision and empathy.
• Initiate and manage Care Proceedings independently.
• Guide cases to initial case conferences with thorough preparation.
• Perform assessments under the single assessment framework to determine interventions.
• Develop Care Plans and signpost services to meet client needs.
• Carry out comprehensive risk assessments to safeguard children and families.

Skills

Frontline experience in Social Services

Precision in assessments

Empathy

Ability to manage Care Proceedings

Report writing for case conferences

Education

Degree or equivalent in social work

Job description

Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team

Join the London Borough of Hackney as a Social Worker in the Assessment & Planning Team, based at The Hackney Service Centre, 1 Hillman Street, London (E8 1DY). Embrace an ongoing contract with a competitive pay rate of £37.52 per hour. This full-time opportunity allows you to make a real impact in a vibrant community. Instead of monotonous routines, engage with dynamic challenges and build rewarding connections.

Perks and benefits: Working as a locum provides the flexibility to craft your own schedule, enabling a harmonious work-life balance. In addition to flexibility, enjoy the benefit of gaining diverse experiences across different cases and clients. You will have access to a supportive work environment with continual learning opportunities to further enhance your skills and career progression. As part of the Hackney team, you’ll connect with professionals who are committed to collaborative and inclusive practices.

What you will do:

• Conduct Initial Assessments with precision and empathy
• Initiate and manage Care Proceedings independently
• Guide cases to initial case conferences with thorough preparation
• Perform assessments under the single assessment framework to determine appropriate interventions
• Develop Care Plans and effectively signpost services to meet client needs
• Carry out comprehensive risk assessments to safeguard children and families
• Write insightful reports for initial child protection case conferences
• Attend and contribute to case conferences with confidence
• Complete Section 17 reports for family courts, ensuring accuracy and coherence
• Craft initial court statements with legal and social insight
• Apply for emergency care orders swiftly and efficiently in urgent situations
• Attend court to provide professional testimony and representation
• Conduct home visits to monitor and safeguard children’s welfare
• Chair meetings to coordinate and plan effective interventions

Requirements of the Social Worker: Applicants must hold a degree or equivalent in social work with current Social Work England registration. Significant frontline experience in UK Social Services as a qualified Social Worker is essential.

Living and working in Hackney offers an unmatched blend of cultural vibrancy and community spirit, making it a fantastic place to build a career. The Hackney Service Centre is not just a workplace but a hub of innovation and community-focused mindsets. Take this opportunity to contribute to positive changes while enjoying everything this eclectic borough has to offer.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award‑winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.