Social Worker - Child Protection

Ackerman Pierce; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Social Worker for a Child Protection team in Southend-on-Sea. The position offers a competitive salary of £39,152-£45,091 per year, with flexible working hours and a supportive team culture. Applicants must hold SWE Registration, have at least one year of experience in UK Social Care, and possess a full driving license. This opportunity entails assessing and reviewing care needs and devising care plans based on individual risks. Apply today for a rewarding career in Child Protection.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Opportunities for role progression

Training for both permanent and temporary staff

Qualifications

• 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry.
• Enhanced DBS/CRB required.
• Full driving license and access to your own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assess and review social care needs of individuals, relatives, and carers.
• Devise individual care plans based on needs and risks.
• Manage an agreed case load and monitor care packages.

Skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Care planning

Basic numeracy skills

Education

SWE Registration

Qualified as a Social Worker

Job description

Social Worker - Child Protection

Salary: £39,152-£45,091 / Year
Job type: Permanent
Location: Southend-on-Sea

Ackerman Pierce is currently supporting a leading local authority within Southend to recruit for a Social Worker within their Child Protection team on a permanent basis paying £39,152-£45,091 P/Annum.

Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Southend is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing several changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast‑paced and supportive team.

Main duties include:

• Assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and arrange the provision of appropriate care services
• Experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families
• Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect vulnerable people
• Required to manage an agreed case load, offer support and guidance and monitor, review and reassess care packages/services to ensure continued effectiveness
• Be able to assess risks, needs and information, and recognise problems
• Must be computer literate and have basic numeracy skills
• Must be able to fulfil transport requirements
• Working with longer term Children in Need, children subject to Child Protection plans including PLO

Benefits of Working with Southend on Sea Council

Our Client has free onsite parking with the opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority. They offer a very competitive pay rate which exceeds most of the surrounding areas.

OFSTED RATING 2024 – GOOD

Minimum Requirements

• SWE Registration
• 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Full driving license and access to your own vehicle

Knowledge & Experience

• Qualified as a Social Worker in the last six months and/or practising as a Qualified Social Worker in a relevant setting.
• Ability to apply a strengths‑based, asset‑based approach to assessment, care planning and review.
• Support unqualified staff with their development as required, including student social workers on placement.

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years’ worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment industry where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities we have in Southend please contact Dan Mulvey or email in your updated CV to us today.