Social Worker – Assessment & Support Team (Flexible Hours)

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Assessment and Support Team in Blackpool. The role offers flexibility with full-time or part-time hours, providing a competitive rate of £39 per hour. In this position, you will assess needs, support families, and ensure positive outcomes for children and young people in the community. Join a supportive work environment with excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to a wide range of training and professional development opportunities

Regular supervision and support from the Practice Development Team

Excellent transport links and secure on-site parking

Qualifications

• Recent experience within a statutory children's social work setting.
• Ability to work effectively with families, partner agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Child and Family Assessments in line with statutory requirements.
• Develop and implement Child in Need plans in partnership with families and agencies.
• Provide Early Help support through effective multi-agency collaboration.
• Complete Section 7 reports for private family court proceedings.
• Undertake Section 47 child protection enquiries and prepare families for Initial Child Protection Conferences.
• Initiate Initial Care Proceedings where necessary to safeguard children.

Skills

Strong assessment skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Ability to work with families

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Assessment and Support Team in Blackpool. The role offers flexibility with full-time or part-time hours, providing a competitive rate of £39 per hour. In this position, you will assess needs, support families, and ensure positive outcomes for children and young people in the community. Join a supportive work environment with excellent professional development opportunities.