Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Assessment Team for Reading Borough Council.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Complete timely and high-quality single assessments for Children in Need and Child Protection cases.
* Deliver focused, time-limited interventions to prevent escalation and reduce the need for long-term statutory involvement.
* Work directly with children and families using a strengths-based approach to identify risk and protective factors.
* Manage a varied and dynamic caseload with reflective supervision and professional support.
* Support transitions to ongoing services where further intervention is required.
* Attend and contribute to ICPCs, CIN meetings and other statutory forums.
* Participate in the team duty rota, ensuring a responsive safeguarding service.
* Work in partnership with schools, health professionals and multi-agency partners to coordinate effective support plans.
Working Pattern:
* Hybrid - 5 days on duty during duty weeks
* 3 days office based during non-duty weeks
Pay Rate:
* Up to £38 p/h Umb
Essential Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* Social Work England Registration
* Experience within Assessment, CIN or Child Protection Teams
* Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding frameworks
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout
Please apply with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.
Please contact me on (phone number removed) or K.Dsouza@ (url removed)
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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