Social Worker – Assessment Team

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Barking; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time/Part Time schedule

Competitive Rates

Professional Growth

Dynamic Environment

Job summary

You will undertake statutory assessments under the Children Act 1989 and Working Together guidance, manage a caseload of children and families, and conduct home visits to gather children’s views. The post provides opportunities for professional growth and flexible working within a vibrant Barking community.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work, BA (Hons), MA or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) where applicable.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory assessments in accordance with the Children Act 1989 and Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance.
• Assess risk, identify protective factors and develop child-centred plans that promote safety, stability, and positive outcomes.
• Manage a caseload of children and families, ensuring assessments and interventions are completed within statutory timescales.
• Conduct home visits and direct work with children, ensuring their views, wishes and feelings are captured and evidenced in assessments.

Education

Degree in Social Work

ASYE completion

Evidence of continuing professional development

Job description

Job Title:
Social Worker – Assessment Team

Specialism:
Children’s Social Care

Location:
Barking, UK

Type:
Ongoing Locum (Full Time/Part Time)

Join the bustling Assessment Team within Children’s Social Care in Barking, UK, as a Social Worker earning £37.52 hourly. Whether you’re seeking full-time or part-time opportunities, this ongoing locum position offers a fantastic chance to make a difference while enjoying flexibility in your work hours. Nestled in the vibrant community of Barking, you’re in a prime location to both work and play.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time: Choose the work schedule that best fits your lifestyle and enjoy the freedom it brings.
• Competitive Rates: High hourly rates allow you to maximise your earnings while maintaining work-life balance.
• Professional Growth: Access training courses and development programmes to enhance your skills and career prospects.
• Dynamic Environment: Work with a forward-thinking team that values new ideas and approaches.

What you will do:

• Undertake statutory assessments in accordance with the Children Act 1989 and Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance.
• Assess risk, identify protective factors and develop child-centred plans that promote safety, stability, and positive outcomes.
• Manage a caseload of children and families, ensuring assessments and interventions are completed within statutory timescales.
• Conduct home visits and direct work with children, ensuring their views, wishes and feelings are captured and evidenced in assessments.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Degree in Social Work, BA (Hons), MA or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) where applicable.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Registration and Compliance:

• Current registration with Social Work England (SWE).

Experience:

• Experience within a Children’s Services Assessment, Duty and Assessment, Assessment and Intervention or Front Door Team.
• Proven ability to manage complex caseloads involving safeguarding concerns.

Living and working in Barking offers you a unique blend of city life with a community feel. With excellent transport links and a rich cultural scene, it’s a wonderful place to grow both personally and professionally. Embrace this adventure and become a vital member of a dedicated team making meaningful impacts on children’s lives.