Overview
Salary: £39,027 - £44,463 per annum (plus Market Factor Supplement of £5,400 per annum*)
Grade E
Permanent Contract
37 Hours per Week
The role is within one of Thurrock Children's Services Child and Family Assessment Teams. The service is supportive and has a stable management team. Rated 'Outstanding' across all areas by Ofsted in 2024, Thurrock Council Children's Services are now looking forward to not only maintaining an Outstanding rating, but striving to make further improvements in our service delivery.
The Assessment service is responsible for undertaking assessments of need for children, young people and families that are deemed to potentially require statutory intervention. The team is often the first interaction for children and families with a social worker and therefore excellent communication skills are important to the role.
Responsibilities
* Undertake Child and Family Assessments that must be completed within the designated timeframe.
* Build effective relationships with families and professionals to ensure time is utilised appropriately.
* Have an understanding of thresholds and risk factors and the ability to identify strengths within families and communities.
* Communicate clearly both verbally and in written form; record information in a timely and accessible way.
Qualifications and Experience
* Qualified Social Worker with at least 12 months experience; successfully completed Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).
* Demonstrate a commitment to Continual Professional Development and be keen to learn and develop practice.
Requirements
* Car user is essential due to the need to travel across the borough.
* DBS Check at Enhanced Level with Children’s Barred List is required for this post.
Additional Information
*Market Factor Supplement is subject to annual review
Advert Closing Date: Redeployment Only – 9 October 2025; Internal & External – 19 October 2025
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
Gaps in Employment
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Notes
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