Social Worker – Family Assessments (Low Caseload)

Portman Recruitment; Sheffield, Matlock; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Portman Recruitment is seeking experienced Social Workers for Family Assessment Services in Sheffield and Matlock. You will complete structured parenting and family assessments, gather evidence, analyze parenting capacity, and produce clear recommendations to support future decisions.

The role offers a very low caseload, dedicated supervision, and professional support, with a typical 12-week assessment cycle and a base in the closest service to your home.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• At least 1 year post-qualification experience.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Strong assessment and analytical skills.
• Excellent report-writing ability.
• Experience producing reports for court/safeguarding.
• Ability to work objectively with families in complex circumstances.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Flexibility to support services across Sheffield and Matlock.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive, evidence-based parenting and family assessments.
• Assess parenting capacity and the needs and safety of children.
• Produce high-quality analytical reports with clear professional recommendations.
• Prepare reports suitable for court proceedings and safeguarding decision-making.
• Build positive and professional relationships with parents and children.
• Work collaboratively with residential teams, Local Authorities and other professionals.
• Ensure assessments remain objective, evidence-based and child-focused.
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation.
• Complete assessments and reports within agreed timescales.
• Contribute to positive outcomes and permanency planning for children.

Skills

Social Work qualification

Social Work England registration

Post-qualification experience

Experience with children and families

Assessment & analytical skills

Report-writing ability

Court/safeguarding reporting

Objectivity with families

Driving licence

Travel flexibility

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Portman Recruitment is seeking experienced Social Workers for Family Assessment Services in Sheffield and Matlock. You will complete structured parenting and family assessments, gather evidence, analyze parenting capacity, and produce clear recommendations to support future decisions.

The role offers a very low caseload, dedicated supervision, and professional support, with a typical 12-week assessment cycle and a base in the closest service to your home.