Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next challenge in a high-performing Assessment Team? Join a supportive and forward-thinking local authority near Edgware, North London, offering a flexible hybrid working model and a strong focus on professional development and manageable caseloads.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact at the front door of children's services, working with families at the point of first intervention and ensuring children receive the right support at the right time.

🌟 Why Apply?

  • Hybrid working - typically 1-2 days in the office
  • Structured working pattern with a dedicated duty week every 4th week (office-based)
  • Collaborative, well-supported Assessment Service
  • Opportunities for career development and progression
  • Work within a team committed to safeguarding and positive outcomes

🔍 The Role

As a Children's Assessment Social Worker, you will:
  • Undertake Section 17 & Section 47 assessments
  • Carry out timely, high-quality child and family assessments
  • Manage a varied caseload within statutory timescales
  • Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals to safeguard children
  • Contribute to effective decision-making at the point of referral
  • Participate in a duty rota, with every 4th week being a full duty week in the office

What We're Looking For

To be considered, you must have:
  • A minimum of 3 years' permanent post-qualified experience within children's social care
  • At least 3 years' experience in an Assessment Team
  • Strong knowledge of UK safeguarding procedures, legislation and frameworks
  • Excellent assessment, communication, and risk management skills
  • A recognised Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration

📍 Location

  • Based near Edgware, North London
  • Easily accessible via public transport and local road networks

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If you're ready to take on a rewarding role where your expertise truly matters, apply today and be part of a team making a difference every day.
For more information on this role or for a discussion about opportunities across England and Wales please contact Davina at Caritas Recruitment - [email protected] / 07385 031109

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

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