Social Worker - Assessment Team - Peterborough - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A trusted agency is seeking a full-time Social Worker for the Assessment Team in Peterborough. This role involves safeguarding children's welfare through home visits and direct engagement with families. The ideal candidate will have expertise in child safety assessments and statutory duties. Flexible shifts, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible shifts

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in child safeguarding and welfare.
• Ability to conduct home visits and assessments.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Respond to referrals regarding child safety.
• Conduct home visits and assessments.
• Prepare reports for legal proceedings.

Skills

Child safety assessment

Communication with families

Statutory duties knowledge

Job description

Overview

Social Worker for Assessment Team in Peterborough, UK. Full-time earning £40 hourly. Ongoing. This is an exciting opportunity to be a pivotal part of a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding children’s welfare. Embrace the flexibility of locum work, while gaining invaluable experience within a supportive and professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to referrals with concerns about child safety or wellbeing.
• Conduct home visits and engage directly with children and families.
• Ensure the child’s voice is central to assessments and decisions.
• Perform statutory duties such as Section 17 Single Assessments and Section 47 Enquiries.
• Participate in Initial Child Protection Conferences and Child in Need meetings.
• Prepare Section 7 reports for private law proceedings when involved.
• Work in a rota system, focusing on new referrals every three weeks, allowing concentration on ongoing cases.
• Collaborate with an Advice and Information Officer, Children’s Social Care Practitioner, and business support staff for streamlined administrative tasks and direct work with families.

Benefits

• Competitive pay recognizing expertise and dedication.
• Platform for professional growth in a fulfilling role.
• Flexible shifts to help balance personal and work life.
• Supportive, collaborative work environment with teamwork at the forefront.
• Opportunity to gain varied experience and make a real difference for children and families.

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