Social Worker - Duty & Assessment

Assessments | Loyalty Bonus | Flexibility Encouraged | No Micro-Management | Long Standing staff

Leaders in Care are collaborating with a forward-thinking authority in the South West seeking experienced Duty & Assessment Social Workers. This council encourages flexibility and work-life balance, offering hybrid arrangements, potentially 4-day work weeks, and autonomy over your schedule.

As a Duty & Assessment Social Worker, you will be the first point of contact for children and families accessing specialist support.

Your role will focus on:

Conducting Specialist Assessments: Responding to new referrals, completing holistic assessments that take into account the complex needs of children with disabilities, and identifying the appropriate support and services required.

Safeguarding and Risk Management: Leading and contributing to safeguarding enquiries, including Section 47 investigations, where there are concerns about a childs safety or wellbeing, with a focus on the unique vulnerabilities of children

You will manage a realistic caseload, with the support of a knowledgeable and compassionate management team, allowing you to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that makes a meaningful difference to children and their families.

Full Benefits of the Role:

• Long-Term Contracts: Secure 6-month roll...