Social Worker – Assessment Team

Hereford | Hybrid Working (Minimum 2 Days Office-Based)
£36,363 – £40,777 + £5,000 Market Supplement
Welcome Payment up to £10,000 + Relocation Support Available
Permanent | Full-Time Opportunities

An ambitious and improving local authority is looking to appoint experienced and motivated Social Workers into its Assessment Team.

This is a key frontline role where you will act as the first point of involvement for children, young people, and families requiring support. You will complete high-quality assessments, identify risks and strengths, and ensure children receive the right support at the right time.

The service is focused on child-centred, relationship-based practice, working collaboratively with families from the earliest stage to create positive and lasting change while ensuring children remain safe and supported.

As part of the Assessment Team, you will:

• Undertake timely and robust child and family assessments
• Respond to referrals in a child-focused and outcome-driven way
• Work closely with partner agencies to identify the most appropriate interventions
• Complete safeguarding investigations and risk assessments
• Develop effective care and support plans
• Build strong relationships with children and families while ensuring the child’s voice remains central throughout
• Manage a varied and fast-paced caseload within a supportive team environment

To be considered, you will:

• Hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent)
• Be registered with Social Work England
• Have experience within children’s assessment or safeguarding services
• Be confident making sound professional decisions in complex situations
  
  Demonstrate strong analytical, assessment, and communication skills
• Be resilient, reflective, and committed to delivering high-quality practice

• Salary up to £40,777
• £5,000 annual market supplement
• Welcome payment up to £10,000
• Retention payments between £2,000 – £4,000 depending on team
• Relocation support up to £10,000
• 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme
• Flexible and agile working arrangements
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Protected learning and development time
• Clear career progression pathways
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Access to retail, leisure, and wellbeing discounts

This is an excellent opportunity for a Social Worker looking to join a progressive authority committed to improving outcomes for children, young people, and families while supporting staff development and wellbeing.