Qualified Social Worker | Duty and Assessment

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker?

Are you ready to take the next step in a rewarding career?

Are you passionate about creating positive outcomes for children and families?

Yes?

Randstad is currently recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Bury Council's Duty and Assessment Team. This is a full-time position offering an excellent hourly rate of 39 per hour.

Benefits:

• Flexible hybrid working options
  
  
• Mileage expenses reimbursed
  
  
• Free on-site parking
  
  
• Regular professional supervision
  
  
• A dedicated consultant as your single point of contact
  
  
• Keep your CPD up to date with our free e-learning platform
  
  
• Weekly pay through our efficient payroll system
  
  
• Competitive market-leading rates
  
  
• Opportunity to work with one of the top-rated local authorities
  
  
• Weekly updates on local job opportunities
  
  
• Receive up to 300 for every successful referral (T&Cs apply)
  
  
• Exclusive discounts through the Hapi App
  
  
• Complimentary access to health, financial, and wellbeing advice
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Respond promptly to new referrals, completing timely assessments under statutory duties, including Section 17 and Section 47 of the Children Act 1989
  
  
• Conduct comprehensive Child & Family Assessments to determine needs, risks, and appropriate interventions
  
  
• Make informed threshold decisions and identify the most appropriate level of support or intervention
  
  
• Participate in multi-agency strategy discussions and joint visits with professionals such as police when safeguarding concerns arise
  
  
• Lead Section 47 enquiries to assess and manage risk to children
  
  
• Present cases at legal planning meetings and progress matters to PLO or court proceedings when necessary
  
  
• Undertake meaningful direct work with children and families, ensuring their voice is central to assessment and planning
  
  
• Collaborate with schools, health, early help services and other agencies to ensure effective, coordinated support
  
  
• Produce clear, evidence-based reports for Child Protection Conferences, LAC Reviews, and court hearings
  
  
• Apply the Signs of Safety model to assess and respond to risk and need
  
  
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records on the case management system
  
  
• Engage actively in team meetings, supervision, and reflective sessions
  
  
• Manage a busy duty rota with a balance of urgent responses and planned assessments
  
  

Requirements:

• Registration with Social Work England
  
  
• A recognised Social Work degree or equivalent qualification
  
  
• Enhanced DBS check
  
  

Experience:

• Proven experience working within statutory Children's Services, particularly in Duty, Assessment, or Safeguarding teams
  
  
• Skilled in completing Child & Family Assessments and managing Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries
  
  
• Confident decision-making regarding thresholds, risk, and legal proceedings
  
  
• Experienced in multi-agency working and representing the local authority in complex safeguarding matters
  
  
• Strong understanding of legislative frameworks including the Children Act 1989 and related guidance
  
  
• Able to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of practice and child-centred approaches
  
  
• Competent in using case management systems and writing analytical, evidence-based reports
  
  

If you have any further questions, or wish to apply for this role then please contact Hannah on (phone number removed) otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon.

Are you thinking about a change in your career but not sure about this role? Whether you are an existing candidate, new to the locum market and are exploring some options or looking for a new permanent role, we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility. If you wish to discuss this further please call (phone number removed) and we would be happy to have a confidential discussion.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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