Ackerman Pierce is currently supporting a leading local authority within Southend to recruit for a Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention within the Social Care Industry on a permanent basis paying £39,152-£45,091 P/Annum, after you have been employed in this post for 3 years and 1 day. You must have a full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle to qualify for this role. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. My client is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing several changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Southend on Sea Borough Council.
Main duties include:
* Experience of Undertaking Child and Family Assessments, S.47 inquiries and intervention and planning for Children in Need.
* Required to use professional knowledge to assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services.
* Must have significant knowledge, experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families.
* Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect vulnerable people.
* Required to manage an agreed case load, offer support and guidance and monitor, review and reassess care packages/services to ensure continued effectiveness. Must be able to use paper and computerised case recording systems, produce reports and capture and analyse information.
* Some knowledge of care benefits, fees and allowances would be helpful.
* Understand philosophies, professional social work issues and the legal framework underpinning care services.
* Must be computer literate and have basic numeracy skills. Must be able to fulfil transport requirements.
* Must possess good communication skills with ability to negotiate with services users.
Benefits of Working with Southend On Sea Borough Council
* Free onsite parking.
* Opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority.
* A very competitive pay rate which exceeds most of the surrounding areas.
* OFSTED RATING 2025 - GOOD.
Minimum Requirements
* SWE Registration.
* 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry.
* Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you).
* Eligibility to work in the UK.
* Full UK driving license + access to your own vehicle.
Job Title: Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention
Location: Southend On Sea
Salary: £39,152-£45,091 P/Annum
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