Social Worker | Duty & Assessment | Fylde & Wyre

Job Description

Salary: £36,363 - £46,142 per annum.

Type:
Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week.

Location:

Fylde & Wyre.

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Social Worker – Duty and Assessment Team

Lancashire County Council Children’s Services embraces strengths‑based approaches and the Family Safeguarding model of practice. We are one of the largest local authorities, offering numerous opportunities for career progression and professional development. Our supportive management team is dedicated to ensuring you thrive in your role as a Social Worker.

You will assess and respond 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 through continuous professional development. You will collaborate with families, children, young people and multi‑agency partners to create effective plans and deliver quality, timely assessments.

You must be registered with 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.

• Flexible working and the opportunity to create the work‑life balance you value; 26 days annual leave rising to 32 days with tenure plus 10 statutory/bank holidays and an additional 20 days that can be purchased.
• Employee Assistance Programme, generous Local Authority Pension, and a wide range of discount benefits for shopping, holidays and entertainment.
• Robust support and development at every stage, from induction to advanced professional qualifications and opportunities for career progression both within and outside the organisation.
• Commitment to a manageable caseload, enhanced training and expansion of services to positively impact Lancashire’s children and families.
• Participation in the Social Work Academy, with an extensive induction programme, regular recall days and training for ASYE social workers led by Practice Development Managers.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure.