Job Title: Social Worker - Assessment Team Hourly Rate: £42 Work Pattern: Hybrid, to be in the office every day when on Duty (once every 3 weeks) Key Requirements Work in partnership with children, young people and families/carers and, through building effective relationships, to elicit their needs and views and promote participation in decision making. Undertake assessments in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy, and procedures for the service and in the context of assessing risk to children and young people. Plan, implement and review a range of interventions for children, young people and families/carers in accordance with statutory/regulatory and operational standards, policy and procedures for the service. Manage a workload independently, seeking support and suggesting solutions for workload difficulties. Make pro-active use of supervision to support effective practice, reflection and career development and to meet the objectives of Performance Development Reviews. Maintain accurate, up to date records safely and confidentially in accordance with the Council’s policies and procedures. Produce succinct, well-structured records and reports, clearly recording and reporting analysis and judgements. Pro-actively engage with colleagues and a range of organisations to identify, assess, plan for and support the needs of children, young people and families/carers in order to promote positive change and independence, whilst demonstrating confident and effective judgement about risk to children and young people. Carry out all duties in accordance with the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy and other policies designed to protect employees and service users from harassment. Respond to such practice or behaviour by challenging or reporting it. Skills & Experience A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Committed to supporting children, young people and their families and has the resilience to go that extra mile to ensure they achieve their potential. UK driving license 3 Years post qualifying experience The closing date for completed applications is: 14th May 2025 (Midnight)