Senior Social Worker – Duty & Assessment (Team 2, Bradford South)
Bradford Children & Families Trust | Bradford Metropolitan District Council
Impact: Be the first point of contact for vulnerable children and families—your assessments shape the right help at the right time.
Hybrid freedom: Mostly remote, with on-site time for duty weeks, team days, and key meetings.
Supportive hub: Small, stable team with advanced business support, reflective supervision, and Signs of Safety practice model.
Competitive agency rate: Weekly pay (umbrella / PAYE options) + mileage & laptop/phone provided.
What you’ll do
Triage & assess new referrals (CIN, CP & S47) to decide next steps within statutory timescales.
Short-term intervention work—hold cases for up to 45 days before step-down or transfer.
Safeguarding & risk management using Signs of Safety and restorative practice.
Court work: Prepare statements & give evidence when required.
Multi-agency collaboration with police, health, education and Early Help partners.
What you’ll bring
Social Work England registration & enhanced DBS.
Recent frontline experience in Duty, Assessment, MASH or similar safeguarding team.
Confident report-writing, Section 47 and court skills.
Ability to juggle fast-moving priorities while keeping children’s voices central.
The essentials
ContractTemporary (initial 3–6 months, likely extension)HoursFull-time, Mon–Fri (37 hrs)LocationBradford South hub (BD5) + home workingStartASAP – streamlined compliance
Ready to make a difference?
Email your latest CV to rob@semester.co.uk or call 0161 419 9285 for an informal chat.
Early applications are encouraged—interviews arranged on a rolling basis.
Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP
What’s on offer for the Social Worker
· Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!
· Excellent management structure with experienced leaders
· Desirable location with excellent transport links
· A stable and well-supported working environment
Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:
Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.
Competitive Rates of pay
In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support
Enhanced DBS completed.
Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team
An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant
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