Job Description
Social Worker
Service Area
Children’s Services / Adults’ Services (as applicable)
Directorate
People’s Services
Engagement Type
Agency Worker
IR35 Status
Inside IR35
Reporting To
Team Manager
Location
Local Authority Offices / Hybrid (service dependent)
Job Purpose
To deliver a high-quality statutory social work service in accordance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and Department for Education (DfE) regulations. The post holder will manage a caseload of children, young people, adults, and/or families (service dependent), undertaking assessments, planning, intervention, and review to promote safety, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Statutory Social Work Practice
o Undertake statutory assessments, interventions, and reviews in line with legislative frameworks and local authority procedures.
o Develop and implement outcome-focused plans that promote safety, independence, and wellbeing.
o Maintain clear, accurate, and timely case records on the authority’s case management system.
2. Safeguarding & Risk Management
o Identify, assess, and manage risk appropriately.
o Undertake safeguarding enquiries and contribute to protection planning where required.
o Apply relevant legislation and statutory guidance consistently and defensibly.
3. Case Management
o Manage a complex caseload, prioritising work to meet statutory timescales.
o Prepare high-quality reports for meetings, panels, and court where applicable.
o Work effectively with individuals, families, carers, and partner agencies.
4. Multi-Agency Working
o Work collaboratively with health, education, housing, police, and voluntary sector partners.
o Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, reviews, and conferences.
o Communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
5. Professional Standards & Governance
o Practice in accordance with professional standards, ethical frameworks, and organisational policies.
o Engage in supervision, reflective practice, and service development activities.
o Demonstrate accountability, professionalism, and sound decision-making.
Mandatory Compliance & Eligibility Requirements
* DfE Notice Period Compliance: The worker must understand and comply with the mandatory 4-week notice period, in line with DfE regulations.
* Post-Qualification Experience (PQE): Minimum 2 years post-ASYE experience – essential; Minimum 3 years permanent post-qualification experience (PQE) – essential.
* Rate Confirmation: The agency must confirm the submitted pay rate at the point of submission.
Qualifications & Registration
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
* Current registration with Social Work England.
* Right to work in the UK.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
* Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice.
* Proven experience managing complex cases within statutory social work services.
* Strong assessment, analysis, and care planning skills.
* Ability to communicate effectively with service users, families, and professionals.
* High-quality report writing and case recording skills.
* Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively.
Personal Attributes
* Professional, reliable, and accountable.
* Resilient and able to work under pressure.
* Ethical and reflective practitioner.
* Committed to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion.
Additional Information
* This role is subject to full agency compliance checks.
* All statutory and DfE requirements must be met prior to commencement.
* Assignment continuation is subject to performance, service need, and compliance with notice requirements.
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