Social Worker | Duty & Assessment | East

Position Overview

Salary: £36,363 – £46,142 per annum. Permanent full‑time, 37 hours per week.

Location:

East Lancashire – travel across East Lancashire required.

Lancashire County Council Children’s Services is a progressive and innovative workplace that embraces strengths‑based approaches and the Family Safeguarding model of practice. We provide numerous opportunities for career progression and professional development, backed by a supportive management team dedicated to ensuring employees thrive in their role as a Social Worker.

This Social Worker (Duty and Assessment Team) role allows you to make a profound impact on the lives of children and families in need. You will be at the forefront of assessing and responding to a variety of cases, ensuring the safety and well‑being of vulnerable children. The role offers a dynamic and supportive environment where you can develop your skills and knowledge through continuous professional development.

• Assess and respond to a variety of cases, ensuring safety and wellbeing of vulnerable children.
• Develop and lead multi‑agency plans to achieve the best outcomes for families.
• Collaborate with other agencies and support centre staff.
• Participate in continuous professional development to enhance practice.

• Holds a recognised Social Work degree and is registered with Social Work England.
• Has a minimum 12‑month post‑qualification experience.
• Is collaborative and can work well with multiple agencies.
• Has access to own vehicle and is able to drive.
• Has completed ASYE (not suitable for newly qualified social workers).

• Benefits: 26 days annual leave (increasing to 32 days with tenure) plus 10 statutory/bank holidays and an additional 20 days that can be purchased. Employee Assistance Programme and a generous Local Authority Pension are available.
• Development:
  Support and development from induction through to personal and professional qualifications, with opportunities for career progression both vertically and into other areas of the organisation.
• Inclusivity:
  Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace with support groups for everyone.
• Commitment to a healthy work‑life balance and manageable caseloads, with national funding used to enhance services.
• Training:
  New recruits attend the Social Work Academy, including induction, regular recall days, and training for ASYE social workers.

You must be registered (Social Work England) to be appointed as a Social Worker. You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use.