Social Worker Children & Families

Position: Social Worker Children & Families
Social Worker - Children & Family Services (Assessments)

Location:

Redhill
Salary: £40,000

Job Purpose
To provide high-quality social work services to children and families within an assessment-based service, ensuring safeguarding, child welfare, and positive outcomes for children and young people. The role involves undertaking family assessments, producing reports, and working collaboratively with multi-agency professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake comprehensive parenting and family assessments within agreed timescales

Assess risk, safeguarding concerns, and the needs of children and families

Produce clear, accurate, and evidence-based reports for internal and external use

Work closely with local authorities, courts, and other professionals involved in child protection cases

Develop and implement intervention plans to support families

Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records in line with regulatory and organisational standards

Participate in case conferences, reviews, and multi-agency meetings

Ensure all work is completed in line with safeguarding policies and procedures

Promote the welfare and best interests of children at all times

Key Requirements

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

Experience with in Children & Families Social Work

Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and assessment processes

Experience completing family assessments and written reports

Ability to manage a complex caseload

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency environment

Full UK driving licence desirable