Social Worker - Assessments

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; Welwyn; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local social services agency in Welwyn seeks a qualified Social Worker for assessments. Responsibilities include conducting statutory assessments, developing safeguarding plans, and mentoring. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £41,771 plus market-enhanced payments, alongside additional benefits including a welcome payment and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

£1,000 one-off welcome payment

Monthly market-enhanced payment

Social Work England registration fee reimbursement

Extra annual leave entitlement

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in statutory social work or assessments.
• Strong decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory assessments, gathering information from families.
• Produce high-quality assessments and reports.
• Develop safeguarding plans and participate in child protection processes.
• Attend conferences and court as required.
• Provide mentoring to less-experienced practitioners.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Experience in child protection

Strong multi-agency working skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in report writing

Job description

Social Worker – Assessments

Salary: £38,220 + £5,673 market-enhanced payment, progressing to £41,771 + £5,242

Contract: Permanent

About the Team

The Assessment Service in Hertfordshire Children’s Services carries out statutory assessments under the Children Act to determine children’s needs and risks. (url removed) Within the Assessment Service there are social workers, practitioners, Senior Practitioners, and a Multi‑Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) and Joint Child Protection Investigation Team (JCPIT) for high‑risk cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory assessments, gathering information from families and partner agencies (e.g., schools, health, police).
• Analyse risk and protective factors, and produce high‑quality assessments and reports.
• Develop safeguarding plans and contribute to child‑in‑need or child protection processes.
• Attend conferences, core groups, and court as required.
• Provide reflective supervision and mentoring to less‑experienced practitioners.

Person Specification

• Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in child protection, assessment, or statutory social work.
• Proficient in assessment frameworks, risk analysis and report writing.
• Strong multi‑agency working skills.
• Excellent communication and decision‑making skills.

Benefits

• £1,000 one‑off welcome payment (terms apply)
• Monthly market‑enhanced payment
• Social Work England registration fee reimbursed
• Extra annual leave entitlement
• Hybrid working model

To Apply / More Info

Please contact Phil - Ackerman Pierce
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