Permanent Social Worker - A&I (Southend, £37.9k-£43.7k + R&R)

Reference: GB100725E_1752142367

🌟 Permanent Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention (Southend) 🌟
Salary: £37,938 - £43,693 per annum
Plus: £7,500 Retention Payment after 3 years and 1 day
Location: Southend-on-Sea | Team: Assessment & Intervention
Contract: Permanent | Working Pattern: Full-time

For an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com

Southend-on-Sea City Council is looking for a dedicated and skilled Social Worker to join their Assessment & Intervention (A&I) Team on a permanent basis. This is a frontline role working with children and families at the point of referral to deliver timely assessments and impactful interventions.

🚨 Please note: Applicants must have a full driving licence and access to a car.


🔹 Key Responsibilities:

  • Undertake comprehensive child and family assessments under S17 and S47.

  • Manage a varied caseload including CIN, CP, and PLO cases.

  • Carry out direct work with children and families using strengths-based, relationship-focused practice.

  • Work effectively with multi-agency partners and attend strategy discussions, conferences, and planning meetings.

  • Prepare high-quality reports for case conferences and court, ensuring children's voices are central to planning.


🔹 What We're Looking For:

  • Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.

  • Experience in a frontline assessment or safeguarding team.

  • Knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding thresholds, and statutory processes.

  • Must be a car driver with access to a vehicle.


🔹 What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary of £37,938 - £43,693

  • Retention payment of £7,500 after 3 years and 1 day

  • Regular supervision, manageable caseloads, and supportive team culture

  • Opportunities for ongoing training and career development

  • Flexible and hybrid working options (subject to service needs)

Be part of a service that values your expertise and supports your professional growth.

👉 Apply today to join Southend's committed and forward-thinking social care team!

For an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£37,900.00 - 43,700.00
Per annum
GBP37900 - GBP43700 per annum + benefits

Southend-on-Sea

Contract

Added 10/07/2025
Reference: GB100725E_1752142367

Permanent Social Worker - A&I (Southend, £37.9k-£43.7k + R&R)

Southend-on-Sea
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