Social Worker - Assessments Team

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; Walthamstow; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for their Children's Services Assessment Team. The role involves managing a manageable caseload of roughly 11-15 children, conducting Child and Family Assessments, and engaging with families and partner agencies. This opportunity offers a salary up to £52,194 plus a £3,000 retention bonus and a supportive work environment with hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Salary up to £52,194 per annum

£3,000 retention bonus

Flexible working arrangements

Regular supervision and development

Supportive management and team culture

Qualifications

• Current Social Work England registration required.
• Substantial frontline statutory work experience needed.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Complete high-quality Child and Family Assessments.
• Manage new referrals and undertake risk assessments.
• Participate in child protection conferences and meetings.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration

Minimum of 3 years' post-qualifying experience

Strong knowledge of key legislation

Ability to produce high-quality reports

Commitment to relationship-based practice

Job description

Overview

Qualified Social Worker - Assessment Team
London Borough of Waltham Forest
Salary: Up to £52,194 per annum plus £3,000 retention bonus
Contract: Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid working available

About the Role

Waltham Forest Council is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join our Children's Services Assessment Team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive local authority committed to keeping children safe, supporting families effectively, and promoting positive long-term outcomes.

You will hold a manageable caseload of around 11-15 children, completing high-quality Child and Family Assessments under Section 17 and Section 47 of the Children Act 1989. The work will involve managing new referrals, undertaking risk assessments, and working collaboratively with children, families, and partner agencies to identify needs and implement support plans.

You will participate in child protection conferences, strategy meetings, and legal planning forums, ensuring that all work meets statutory requirements and best practice standards.

What We\'re Looking For

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
• Minimum of 3 years\' post-qualifying experience, including substantial frontline statutory work in Children\'s Services (Assessment, Child Protection or Safeguarding)
• Strong working knowledge of key legislation including the Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and related guidance
• Ability to produce high-quality reports and assessments, manage competing priorities, and work effectively within a multi-agency framework
• Commitment to relationship-based practice and continuous professional development

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £52,194 per annum (D.O.E)
• £3,000 retention bonus
• Manageable caseloads (around 11-15 children)
• Hybrid working with flexible home and office-based arrangements
• Regular reflective supervision and ongoing professional development
• Supportive management and strong team culture within a learning environment
• Join Waltham Forest, an ambitious and diverse borough that invests in its workforce and is dedicated to improving outcomes for children and young people.

Contact Phil at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed) or (url removed)