Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Duty & Assessment Team
Location: Bradford
Pay Rate: £35 per hour
Job Description:
Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Senior Social Worker for its client's Duty & Assessment Team located in Bradford.
As a Social Worker in the Duty and Assessment Team, you will be at the frontline of safeguarding and supporting children and families in Bradford. Your responsibilities include carrying out timely assessments, responding to referrals, and collaborating with families and partner agencies to ensure children's safety and well-being. This is a fast-paced, dynamic role requiring strong analytical skills, resilience, and a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.
Responsibilities:
1. Conduct thorough assessments of children and families to identify needs, strengths, and risks.
2. Respond promptly to child protection concerns and take appropriate action in line with statutory guidance.
3. Develop and implement effective care and support plans in partnership with children, families, and other professionals.
4. Collaborate with health, education, police, and other agencies to ensure coordinated service delivery.
5. Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records and documentation in accordance with legal and organisational standards.
6. Provide immediate support and intervention in urgent or high-risk situations.
7. Participate in team meetings, supervision, and training to support continuous professional development.
8. Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, including the Children Act 1989 and Working Together to Safeguard Children.
Benefits:
* Support from senior staff members
* Great location with accessible public transport links
* Competitive pay rate
Qualifications & Experience:
* Social Work England registration
* Eligibility to work in the UK
* Hold a full UK driving licence
* Post-qualified experience
* Degree level or equivalent in Social Work
Why choose Liquid Personnel?
* Free DBS and compliance services
* Twice weekly payroll and 'Faster Pay' service for quicker payments
* Access to exclusive roles not available elsewhere
* Free social work training and CPD portal
* Dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
* Wide range of social work positions across the UK
* Referral bonuses: £500 per successful referral; bring your own job: £250
Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. We act as an Employment Business for this vacancy. Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes.
Reasonable Adjustments:
If you have a disability or require adjustments during recruitment or employment, please contact us early. We will provide appropriate support throughout the process and workplace.
We cannot support applications from residents within the Red or Amber list of the WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
Reference: BH - 192055, GH - 32154
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