Transformative Social Worker – Children & Families Hub

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

Job summary

Essex County Council’s Children and Families Hub in Colchester is recruiting a Social Worker. The role focuses on safeguarding, advising professionals, triage to determine ongoing support needs, and delivering high-quality social work practice within legal frameworks.

The post reports to a Senior Practitioner and is part of a large team of social workers and allied staff, with opportunities for secondments or permanent appointments.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Social Work, CQSW, CSS or equivalent.
• Registration with the Social Work England as a registered Social Worker.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Professional Capability Framework (PCF) and Knowledge & Skills Statement (KSS).
• Case recording.
• Demonstrate ability in applying social work knowledge with emotional intelligence and analytical skills.
• Good working knowledge of IT and social work information systems.

Skills

Social Work degree

Registered with Social Work England

PCF/KSS knowledge

Case recording

IT systems experience

Flexibility (evenings/weekends)

Education

Diploma or degree in Social Work (CQSW/CSS possible)

Job description

Essex County Council’s Children and Families Hub in Colchester is recruiting a Social Worker. The role focuses on safeguarding, advising professionals, triage to determine ongoing support needs, and delivering high-quality social work practice within legal frameworks.

The post reports to a Senior Practitioner and is part of a large team of social workers and allied staff, with opportunities for secondments or permanent appointments.