Social Worker - Duty & Assessment (AST)

Reference: 2020/CT_1780931498

Social Worker - Duty & Assessment (AST) | Staffordshire (Multiple Locations)
Location: Staffordshire - Stafford, South Staffs, Cannock, Newcastle, Moorlands
Rate: £38-£40 per hour (flexibility for experienced candidates)
Contract: Locum / Ongoing
We are supporting Staffordshire County Council (SCC) with a recruitment campaign to cover current vacancies and posts impacted by sickness across several teams. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Social Workers to join well-supported services with competitive rates and flexibility for the right candidates.

📍 Current Opportunities

  • Stafford - AST x2
  • South Staffs - AST x2
  • Cannock - Duty x1, AST x1
  • Newcastle - Duty x1, AST x2
  • Moorlands - AST x2, Duty x3

💼 Role Overview

You will be working within Duty or Assessment (AST) teams, managing a varied caseload and undertaking key statutory responsibilities, including:
  • Completing assessments and risk management
  • Managing duty responsibilities, including referrals and safeguarding concerns
  • Undertaking care planning and reviews
  • Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners
  • Ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice standards

✅ Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
  • Registered with Social Work England
  • Proven experience in Children's or Adult Services within Duty/Assessment settings
  • Strong assessment, safeguarding and case management skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced statutory environment

🌟 Why Join SCC?

Whilst working with Staffordshire County Council, you'll benefit from:
  • Access to training and professional supervision
  • Access to Vivup benefits platform - discounts on retail, restaurants, gyms and more
  • Supportive team structures and manageable caseloads

🚀 Why Work with Caritas?

Choose Caritas as your career partner for…
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Access to the broadest range of temporary and permanent vacancies nationwide
  • Caritas app - access to live vacancies, online chat & payment information
  • Dedicated one-to-one consultant support
  • Post-placement follow up meetings
  • Subsidised training
  • Recommend a friend/colleague bonus scheme - £300
  • DBS Check
  • CV writing service, interview technique coaching

📞 Interested?

To find out more or to apply, contact:
Chris Tuckwell
📱 07979 165759
📧 [email protected]
Or refer someone you know for £300!

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

£38.00 - £40.00
Per hour
GBP38 - GBP40 per hour
Added 08/06/2026
Reference: 2020/CT_1780931498

Social Worker - Duty & Assessment (AST)

Staffordshire, United Kingdom Contract Children and families

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