Family Assessment Social Worker | Horncastle
Location: Horncastle, East Lindsey
Team: FAST (Family Assessment & Support Team)
Working Pattern: Hybrid (with on-site duty week every 3 weeks)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to join a FAST team in Horncastle. This is a key frontline role, delivering high-quality statutory social work to children and families across:
Child in NeedChild ProtectionChildren in Care
You will play a critical role in safeguarding, assessment, and planning, ensuring children receive the right support at the right time to achieve safe and positive outcomes.
Key ResponsibilitiesConduct Section 47 enquiries and lead safeguarding investigationsComplete comprehensive Child and Family AssessmentsApply evidence-based frameworks such as Signs of Safety to assess and manage riskLead and contribute to multi-agency planning and decision-makingProduce high-quality, analytical reports, including those for courtMaintain timely, accurate and defensible case recordingsBuild strong, purposeful relationships with children and families through relationship-based practiceDemonstrate sound decision-making in complex and high-risk situationsAbout You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Proven experience within statutory children's social workStrong working knowledge of Child Protection, CIN, and CIC processesConfidence managing complex caseloads and safeguarding concernsExperience in court work and report writingAbility to work collaboratively across agenciesA genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and familiesWorking ArrangementsDuty week: Full on-site presence required (5 days), on a 1 in 3 week rotaNon-duty weeks: Flexible hybrid working availableWhy Work With Me & Caritas?Supportive, Relationship-First Approach - You'll be guided by Davina Cripps, bringing 23 years' experience and a calm, honest approach to recruitmentHonest & Transparent Communication - Clear updates, genuine feedback, and no unnecessary pressure at any stageInsight That Matters - Real understanding of teams, culture, caseloads, and local authority expectationsAccess to Exclusive Opportunities - Roles often not publicly advertised, matched carefully to your goals and circumstancesA Straightforward, Supportive Recruitment Experience
Looking for a new role doesn't need to feel overwhelming. You'll receive guidance that is:
Grounded in experience and common senseFocused on what matters to youBuilt around long-term relationships, not quick placements
You won't be treated as a CV - but as a professional with purpose.
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Let's Talk
Whether you're actively looking or just open to hearing what's available, I'm always happy to have a genuine, no-pressure conversation about the opportunities across England & Wales.
Davina Cripps
📞 07385 031109
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