Job title: Social Worker – Assessment
Job Category: Social Care Qualified
Hours per week: 37
Location: Plough Lane, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 0LE, Herefordshire Council
Salary offered: £36,363.00
Location: Multiple locations. Ross-on-Wye, Leominster and Hereford
Relocation package of up to £10,000 available
Minimum 2 days a week in the office
The Role
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families? We are looking for a skilled and committed Social Worker to join our Assessment Team. In this vital role, you will be the first point of contact for children, young people, and families in need of support. You will complete timely and high-quality assessments to understand each family’s circumstances, identify strengths, and determine the most appropriate help or intervention. Your work will ensure that children are safe, supported, and able to thrive with their voices at the centre of everything you do. Our focus is on working collaboratively with families from the very beginning, offering early help where possible and taking decisive action when necessary. We are committed to empowering families to make positive and lasting changes while ensuring that every child’s welfare remains our top priority. You will work directly with children and families, alongside other staff within the Directorate and partner agencies. Ensuring referrals are responded to in a child focused and timely way, you will carry out assessments and investigate concerns so that a decision can be made regarding the most appropriate support for the child and family. Herefordshire is on a journey, and we would like you to be part of our next chapter. This is an exciting opportunity to have a genuine impact on the local authority and help improve the lives of children and young people across our communities.
About You
* Passionate about making a difference for children and families through high-quality assessments and early intervention
* Skilled in analysis, planning, and decision-making, ensuring each child’s needs are clearly understood and effectively met
* Committed to working collaboratively, inclusively, and creatively with families and partner agencies
* Resilient, reflective, and confident in managing complex situations and making sound professional judgments
* Able to thrive in a supportive, fast-paced team environment, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and improvement
* Registered with Social Work England and hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
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