Social Worker - Duty & Assessment

Assessments | Loyalty Bonus | Commutable from Berkshire | Flexibility Encouraged | No Micro-Management | Long-Standing Staff

Leaders in Care are collaborating with a forward-thinking authority in the Thames Valley seeking experienced Duty & Assessment Social Workers. This council encourages flexibility and work-life balance, offering hybrid arrangements, potential 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 and completing holistic assessments that consider the complex needs of children, including those with disabilities, while identifying appropriate support and services.

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 particular attention to vulnerability and risk.

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

Full Benefits of the Role:

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