Social Worker – Family Centre Impact & Change (Fixed Term)

Essex County Council; Harlow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlands Family Centre, West Essex, is seeking a social worker to join our team in Harlow on a fixed-term basis. The role focuses on high-quality assessments and interventions with children and families, delivered either one-to-one or in groups, with a strong emphasis on building positive relationships with parents and colleagues.

You will work across a range of practice areas, including parenting assessments, domestic abuse, trauma-informed practice, and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Social Work, CQSW, CSS or equivalent.
• Registration with Social Work England as registered Social Worker.
• Demonstrable capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards and PCF/KSS.
• Case recording and maintenance of accurate records.
• Apply SW knowledge with emotional intelligence and analytical skills.
• Proficient IT skills and SW case recording systems.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.
• At least 2 years post-qualifying experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and plan targeted interventions with children and families.
• Deliver one-to-one and group interventions to support positive outcomes.
• Build supportive relationships with parents and colleagues.
• Maintain case records and ensure informed decision-making.

Skills

Communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Analytical skills

Written communication

Education

Diploma or degree in Social Work, CQSW, CSS or equivalent

Registration with Social Work England as registered Social Worker

Job description

Woodlands Family Centre, West Essex, is seeking a social worker to join our team in Harlow on a fixed-term basis. The role focuses on high-quality assessments and interventions with children and families, delivered either one-to-one or in groups, with a strong emphasis on building positive relationships with parents and colleagues.

You will work across a range of practice areas, including parenting assessments, domestic abuse, trauma-informed practice, and safeguarding.