Advance Social Worker - Response Team - South Glos

Job Overview

Social Worker required to join the Children's Response (Assessment) Team in the South Gloucestershire area based near the vibrant city of Bristol. Competitive rates up to £41 per hour for a 37 hour a week contract, initially 3–6 months and then reviewed. The role is hybrid; you must be able to regularly come to the office and visit children and families.

No accommodation or mileage costs are paid for travel to and from work.

• Initial assessments and Section 47 Child Protection investigations.
• Care planning, report writing and case management of vulnerable children and families.
• Hold all open cases of ongoing family support and children subject to a child protection plan until discharge or transfer of care.
• Manage a diverse and complex caseload within deadlines.
• Maintain constant contact with all teams across Children & Families Services and external agencies to address children and families’ needs for best outcomes.
• Work the duty rota – one week on site and two weeks hybrid – managing diary and visits.

• Previous experience working within the Assessment setting in Social Care.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of Child Protection practice and Section 47.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.
• Access to own car and a valid driver licence; able to reside and work in the UK.

• Dedicated personal and professional service.
• Free DBS check.
• CV review service.
• Interview advice.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Post-placement follow up meetings.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

To discuss this role or other Qualified Social Care roles in the South, please contact Kelly Stock at Eden Brown on (phone number removed) or email your CV to: (email removed).