Social Worker - Duty & Assessment Team
22 days ago
Luton
JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Job Title: Social Worker - Duty & Assessment TeamSpecialism: Duty & AssessmentJob Location: Luton, UKSalary: £41,220.00 - £49,142.00 annuallySalary Type: AnnualContract: Full-time We are on the lookout for an impressive and insightful Social Worker to join our West Duty & Assessment Team in the engaging and dynamic area of Luton. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to make a tangible difference in the community while working full-time in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Luton provides a vibrant community spirit alongside a blend of urban and rural living, making it an ideal place to grow both professionally and personally. Perks and benefits: • Competitive full-time salary, ensuring financial stability and recognition for your expertise., • Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities to support career growth., • Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment that encourages innovation and creativity., • Flexible working arrangements promoting a strong work-life balance., • Manage a varied caseload of referrals and initial safeguarding cases, ensuring each receives appropriate attention and care., • Undertake thorough Child and Family Assessments within statutory timescales., • Identify, assess, and manage risk to children, ensuring timely and effective interventions., • Progress cases to Child In Need, Child Protection, or care proceedings where necessary., • Participate in strategy discussions, child protection conferences, and legal meetings. Qualifications: • Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work, • Registered with Social Work England, • Enhanced DBS clearance, • Strong safeguarding and risk assessment skills, • Sound understanding of Duty & Assessment processes and thresholds, • Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making abilities, • Ability to manage a fast-paced workload effectively, • Strong organisational and caseload management skills, • Post-qualification experience in