Social Worker - Assessment Temporary

Position: Social Worker - Assessment (Contract, Temporary)
Assessment Social Worker (Children's Services)

North Tyneside Council

Up to £31ph

North Tyneside Council is seeking a highly skilled Social Worker to join our dedicated team. If you are an experienced and dynamic professional committed to safeguarding children and empowering families, we want to hear from you. We are offering a highly attractive pay rate of Up to £31 per hour.

The Role

You will play a crucial role in our Children's Services, completing initial contact and in-depth assessments for young people and their families. Your work will focus on assessment, risk analysis, and safeguarding.

Key Responsibilities:

* Undertake robust and timely assessments (including Section 17 and Section 47) for children and young people.

* Establish effective working relationships with children, young people, and their families.

* Analyse complex information to make sound, child-focused recommendations.

* Develop clear, measurable, and outcome-focused plans.

* Work collaboratively within a multi-agency setting, ensuring the voice of the child is central to all work.

* Produce high-quality reports and maintain accurate case recordings.

What You'll Bring

You must be a qualified and registered Social Worker with proven post-qualifying experience, ideally within a children's assessment or intervention setting.

* Current and valid Social Work England registration.

* Expert knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and 2004.

* Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.

* The ability to manage a demanding caseload effectively.

What We Offer

* Highly Competitive Hourly Rate of up to £31 per hour (dependent on experience).

* Supportive Team Environment:
Regular supervision and a commitment to reflective practice.

* Commitment to Professional Development:
Access to ongoing training and protected time for CPD.

* The opportunity to make a significant, positive impact on the lives of children and families in North Tyneside