Social Worker | Duty & Assessment

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council's Social Services is looking for a qualified Social Worker to join our Children’s Services team in Lancashire. You will assess and respond to a range of cases, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable children, while engaging with families in a relationship-based approach.

Join a supportive management team and benefit from continuous professional development through our Social Work Academy, with opportunities for progression and a balanced caseload across

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• DBS disclosure required.
• Knowledge of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) 1974/2013.

Responsibilities

• Assess and respond to a variety of cases to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with families and other agencies to develop multi‑agency plans.
• Contribute to professional development through the Social Work Academy.

Skills

Relationship-based practice

Multi-agency collaboration

Job description

As one of the largest local authorities, we provide numerous opportunities for career progression and professional development. Our supportive management team is dedicated to ensuring you thrive in your role as a Social Worker. About the role.. This is an amazing opportunity because it allows you to make a profound impact on the lives of children and families in need. You'll be at the forefront of assessing and responding to a variety of cases, ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable children. The role offers a dynamic and supportive environment where you can develop your skills and knowledge through continuous professional development. Additionally, you'll be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration, innovation, and compassion, making a real difference in the community every day. Our team is well-supported, allowing you to focus on delivering quality and timely assessments. We value the active participation of families, children, and young people in this process. Collaboration with other agencies is essential, and we encourage the development of multi‑agency plans to achieve the best outcomes for families. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy relationship‑based practice, this is the opportunity for you! Why Join Us?

• Benefits: There's fabulous flexibility and the opportunity to create the work life balance you'll love; 26 days annual leave, rising to 32 days with tenure plus 10 statutory/bank holidays and an additional 20 days that can be purchased too. An Employee Assistance Programme for your family and yourself plus a generous Local Authority Pension available. Finally, we have an enviable employee benefits platform which provides numerous discounts from your weekly shop to holidays and entertainment with salary sacrifice options on electronics, bicycles, white goods, and cars.
• Development: we'll provide support and development at each stage of your journey with us from induction through to personal and professional qualifications. There will be opportunities for career progression both vertically but also into other areas of the organisation if you wish. They'll be time for reflection and interaction with your line manager, as well as peer support from those within the wider team.
• Inclusivity: We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and have support groups available for everyone.
• Our Commitment: We understand the importance of a healthy work‑life balance and manageable caseloads. With national funding, we are enhancing our service by reducing caseloads, providing excellent training, and expanding our service offerings to positively impact Lancashire's children and families.
• Training and Development: New recruits will attend our established Social Work Academy, which includes an extensive induction programme, regular recall days, and training for ASYE social workers. Our Practice Development Managers lead this Academy, ensuring high standards of practice.
  Lancashire County Council Children's Services is a progressive and innovative workplace that embraces strengths‑based approaches and the Family Safeguarding model of practice. This is an exciting time to join us as we undergo positive changes and develop our service., Interviews: Weekly interview slots

Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families in Lancashire! The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab. You must be registered (Social Work England) to be appointed as a Social Worker. Local Government Reorganisation The Government has confirmed that local government across Lancashire will be reorganised, with the current 15 councils being replaced by four new unitary councils covering North, South, East and West Lancashire from April 2028. If you are successful in your application, you will initially join Lancashire County Council. However, as part of the planned transition, your employment will transfer to one of the new unitary councils from April 2028, subject to the implementation of the reorganisation and relevant employment legislation. Throughout this period, our focus remains on delivering excellent services to our communities. By joining us now, you'll play an important role in shaping the future of local government and helping to build a strong new organisation that will serve residents for years to come. You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.