Social Worker – Assessment Location: Surrey Rate: Up to £42.76 per hour Contract: Locum, Full-Time (9–12 Month Maternity Cover) Start Date: ASAP Office: 2 days per week (3 days WFH) Surrey County Council are looking for a skilled and reliable Social Worker to join their Assessment Team on a long-term maternity cover. You’ll be stepping into a well-structured team with strong management and practical support in place. This team handles cases from referral through to initial Child in Need or Child Protection planning and no long-term case holding. If you’ve got a solid grasp of thresholds and experience making quick, informed decisions, this could be the one for you! Key Responsibilities Undertake Section 17 and Section 47 assessments Carry out home visits and complete child-centred direct work Produce clear, analytical reports to support care planning and risk analysis Present cases at legal gateway and child protection conferences Liaise closely with MASH, health, schools and early help services Ensure all work is compliant with the Children Act and Working Together guidance Keep case records up to date and reflective of your interventions What They’re Looking For Social Work England registration Strong experience in Assessment or Front Door teams Confident making threshold decisions under pressure Must be a driver with access to a vehicle Comfortable with 2 days in-office, 3 days WFH Apply Now! To apply or find out more information, please contact Maddie Billingham on: L: M: E: Know someone perfect for this role? We offer up to £500 for successful referrals – no strings attached