Job Description
Social Worker - Assessment
London Borough of Havering
Romford | Permanent | £43,680 - £53,172 per annum (subject to final confirmation, plus £4,000 Market Supplement)
About the Role
The London Borough of Havering is looking to recruit a Social Worker in the Assessment Team to contribute to the delivery of an effective children's social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people in line with statutory and departmental policies, procedures and guidance.
If successful in your application for the role of Social Worker (Assessment), London Borough of Havering, you will/will be:
Manage a caseload dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and risk assessments, care planning, child in need and child in care processes and child protection investigations.
Carry out high quality assessments, using child-centered, community focused, and multi-agency interventions to bring about positive change through developing effective relationships and to secure the best outcomes for children and young people.
Ensure children and young people plans and interventions are adequately reviewed and children protected.
Key Responsibilities
Relevant social work qualification and registration
Experience in managing varied caseloads and conducting assessments, care planning, and reviews in accordance with legislation and procedures.
Strong partnership and communication skills to work effectively with colleagues, other agencies, and families, demonstrating sensitivity to diversity and cultural differences.
Why Choose Havering?
Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexible Working Options – including hybrid and remote arrangements
Generous Annual Leave – with the option to buy additional days
Professional Development – minimum 10 days of learning annually
Health & Wellbeing Support – including mental health resources
Inclusive Culture – guided by our ICARE values: Integrity, Creativity, Ambition, Respect, Everyone
We're a council that embraces change, encourages fresh ideas, and supports career progression. If you're ready to make a lasting impact in a borough that values initiative, collaboration, and civic pride—we want to hear from you.
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Closing Date: 5th October 2025— please note, we may close the vacancy early due to high interest
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Additional Information
We are a Disability Confident employer – applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview
All roles are subject to relevant checks including DBS or Disclosure Scotland, depending on access to sensitive data or vulnerable groups
Internal redeployees will be given priority consideration
We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering .
The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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About Us
With its excellent transport links into central London, extensive town centre regeneration and the highest concentration of green space anywhere in London, Havering has a unique offer as a place to live, work and visit. By making the most of its position and opportunities, Havering is becoming a hub for start-ups and expanding businesses, as well as construction, logistics, engineering and manufacturing industries.
Find out why you should work for Havering Council .