Social Worker - Assessment Team

Shropshire Bus Enhanced Partnership; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a Qualified Social Worker (or nearing completion) to join the Assessment Team at an Outstanding Local Authority. You will manage a varied caseload and engage with families from referral to support planning.

Caseloads are held through the assessment period with children then transferring to the Case Management Team, Children Looked After Team, Court Team, or stepping down into Early Help. 37 hours and 52.14 weeks per year.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker (or nearing completion).

Responsibilities

• Case hold for the duration of the assessment.
• Engage with families from referral and plan next steps.
• Transfer of children to Case Management Team or Children Looked After Team after assessment.

Education

Social Work degree (or nearing completion)

Job description

Do you want to work for an Outstanding Local Authority, if yes then we want to hear from you. An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Assessment Team for a committed and passionate Qualified Social Worker (or those nearing completion of their qualification), in our:

• Assessment Team

Working in the assessment team is a dynamic and exciting opportunity. The position would appeal to a social worker who enjoys a varied caseload, enjoys engaging with families from the outset following referral into the service. Each day is different and working within the assessment team will give you a well rounded working experience, working with a range of families in need of help and support. Typically you will case hold for the duration of the assessment, with children then transferring to either the Case Management Team, Children Looked After Team, Court Team or stepping down into Early Help.

37 Hours and 52.14 Weeks per year.

NJC Grade 7 - Grade 11 Career Grade.

For further details please view the attached documents.

Attached documents
Person Specification.pdf
Job Description.pdf
Advert.pdf