Children's SSW - Single Point of Access Team - Reading

Reading, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children and families

Reference: 670266

An exciting opportunity is available for a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a busy Single Point of Access Team. This is a fast-paced role at the front door of children’s services, where you will respond to concerns about children and young people, assess information and determine the most appropriate next steps to promote their safety and wellbeing.

You will work closely with families, schools, health professionals, police and partner agencies to gather and analyse information, identify risk and need, and make timely decisions in line with safeguarding procedures. Responsibilities will include undertaking assessments, contributing to strategy discussions, arranging appropriate referrals, signposting to early help and progressing cases where statutory social work intervention is required.

The role will involve maintaining accurate, clear and timely case records, preparing professional reports and ensuring that children and families are listened to and involved in decisions wherever possible. You will be expected to manage competing priorities, respond sensitively to urgent situations and use professional judgement when considering thresholds, risk and protective factors. Effective communication and partnership working will be essential.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You should have sound knowledge of child protection practice, relevant legislation and statutory guidance, together with experience of assessing children and families, ideally within a front-door, referral or safeguarding environment. We are seeking a resilient and reflective practitioner who can work confidently under pressure, demonstrate strong analytical skills and maintain a child-centred approach.

You will receive regular supervision and opportunities for professional development within a supportive multidisciplinary setting. A commitment to equality, inclusion, anti-discriminatory practice and improving outcomes for children and young people is essential. The successful candidate will also need the ability to travel as required and complete all relevant pre-employment safeguarding checks.

From £42.00
Per hour

Reading, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children and families

Added 07/11/2026
Reference: 670266

Children's SSW - Single Point of Access Team - Reading

Reading, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children and families

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