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Social Worker – Children’s Duty and Assessment Team
Job Posted: 14 days ago
Salary: £ 73,920/Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Greater London
Expire in: 13 days
Job Description
About the Role:
Winlight Recruitment is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join Ealing Council’s Children’s Duty and Assessment Team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families, working within a supportive and dynamic team.
As a Social Worker in this team, you will manage a manageable caseload, undertake initial assessments, and respond to duty calls as part of a rotating duty schedule every 5 weeks. The role requires you to be in the office every Thursday, with the flexibility to work from home on other days.
Key Responsibilities:
* Undertake initial assessments and respond to duty calls for children and families in need of support.
* Manage a manageable caseload of children and families, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
* Provide high-quality assessments, care plans, and reports in line with statutory requirements.
* Participate in the duty rota, ensuring that urgent referrals and safeguarding concerns are addressed promptly.
* Work collaboratively with other professionals, including health, education, and other social care teams.
* Attend the office every Thursday, with the flexibility to work from home on other days.
* Attend meetings, case reviews, and provide support to other team members as required.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
* A Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent) and HCPC registration.
* At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience in a children’s social work setting.
* Experience in conducting assessments and working in a duty and assessment capacity is desirable.
* A strong understanding of safeguarding legislation and best practices.
* Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
* Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and handle a busy workload.
Why Apply?
* Competitive pay rate of £38.50 per hour.
* Manageable caseload with regular support and supervision.
* Flexibility to work from home outside of the required in-office days.
* Opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced team.
* Duty rota every 5 weeks, offering a structured and manageable work schedule.
If you are an experienced Social Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity within a well-established Children’s Duty and Assessment team, we would love to hear from youBefore You Apply
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