Family Social Worker - Duty Team

Location:

Warrington – with excellent transport links to surrounding areas

Duty and Assessment is a fast‑paced team responsible for the initial assessment of children and families to determine ongoing levels of need, including completing Child in Need assessments and within Section 47s.

We are currently recruiting for Newly Qualified Social Workers, ASYE’s or non‑progressed Social Workers at a Grade 07 (£34,434 – £38,220).

• Self‑motivated and flexible with the ability to use own initiative
• Good organisational skills with ability to prioritise work to deadlines
• Positive approach to managing stress and ability to work under pressure
• Ability to use IT and present information
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a range of people including team members, service users, carers, colleagues and other agencies
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload to meet targets and respond to unforeseen events
• Negotiation, problem solving and decision‑making
• Adaptability and ability to embrace change
• Ability to model and promote excellent practice within the team and to wider audiences

• Recognised social work qualification
• SWE registration
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, government policy and guidance

Salary:
Competitive salary at Grade 07 (£34,434 – £38,220) plus a market supplement of £3,000 per year.

• Essential car user allowance
• 26 days annual holiday, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro‑rata)
• Access to an attractive and competitive benefits package
• Access to the Health & Wellbeing Programme

We require a background check, DBS clearance, and evidence of the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer.