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Join our dedicated Children's Social Work - Duty & Assessment Team in Lancashire, where you will play a vital role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families. As a Qualified Social Worker, you will conduct assessments, provide support, and work collaboratively with families and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for children in need. Your expertise will help shape the lives of vulnerable children and contribute to the overall improvement of our community.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting initial assessments and undertaking comprehensive assessments of children's needs. Developing and implementing tailored support plans in collaboration with families. Working closely with multi-agency partners to ensure effective service delivery. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records and documentation. Participating in regular team meetings and contributing to the continuous improvement of practice.

To be successful in this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

A recognized social work qualification (e.g., BA/MA in Social Work). Registration with Social Work England. Experience in children's social work, particularly in assessment and safeguarding. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a diverse caseload.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including:

Access to ongoing training and development opportunities. Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance. Supportive supervision and mentoring from experienced colleagues. Generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us create a brighter future for the children of Lancashire.

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Join our dedicated team in Lancashire as a Children's Social Worker within the Duty & Assessment Team. We are seeking a passionate and qualified professional to help safeguard and promote the welfare of children and families in our community. In this pivotal role, you will conduct assessments, develop intervention plans, and work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to ensure the best outcomes for children.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting thorough assessments of children and families in need of support. Developing and implementing care plans that address the specific needs of children. Working closely with multi-agency teams to coordinate effective services. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with statutory requirements. Providing support and guidance to families to promote positive change.

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent). Registered with Social Work England. Experience working in children's social work, particularly within assessment and duty teams. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with families. Excellent assessment and analytical skills, with a sound understanding of safeguarding procedures.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including ongoing training opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and access to an employee assistance program. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply and join our committed team in Lancashire.

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