Social Worker - Duty & Assessment Team - Barnet - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Chipping Barnet; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency is seeking a Social Worker for their Duty & Assessment Team in Barnet. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £37.54 for a 3-month contract and requires approximately 1–2 days of office presence weekly. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a duty and assessment team, with responsibilities including comprehensive assessments and family support. This position provides an opportunity to work flexibly while contributing to a vital social work team.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Flexibility in assignments

Support for professional development

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of permanent experience required.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and provide reports.
• Familiarity with statutory requirements for child protection.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families.
• Visit and support families to monitor their situations.
• Liaise with other professionals for holistic support plans.
• Attend case conferences and provide vital information.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Maintain precise documentation for planned interventions.

Skills

Comprehensive assessments

Family support

Collaboration with agencies

Documentation

Education

3 years of experience in a duty and assessment team

Job description

Overview

Social Worker – Duty & Assessment Team in Barnet, UK. This locum role offers an hourly rate of £37.54 for a 3-month contract. The position is full-time with hybrid working: around 1–2 days per week in the office, except during duty weeks when you’ll need to be present all week. A minimum of 3 years of permanent experience in a duty and assessment team is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families in need, providing detailed reports and care plans.
• Visit and support families to review and monitor their situations, ensuring effective intervention where required.
• Liaise and collaborate with other social workers, agencies, and professionals to develop holistic support plans.
• Attend meetings and case conferences, providing vital information and making informed recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and duties for child protection and safeguarding.
• Provide timely and precise documentation and record-keeping to support planned interventions.

Perks and benefits

Perks and benefits: Being a locum Social Worker offers a competitive rate and flexibility to balance personal and professional life. You have autonomy to choose assignments that suit your lifestyle, along with support for continuing professional development to enhance skills and knowledge. Join a team that values your contribution and experience, with opportunities for growth and an energizing work environment. Working in Barnet also provides access to a vibrant community with proximity to London’s amenities.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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