Children's Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention £39.04
Location: Perceval House, Ealing
Rate: £39.04 per hour (London Pledge capped rate)
Hours: 35 per week (no compressed hours)
Contract: 3-month rolling assignment
Caseload: Children
About the Role
Join Ealing's Assessment and Intervention Team as an experienced Children's Social Worker. This is a frontline statutory role managing referrals, assessments, and safeguarding interventions for children and families. You will work in a fast-paced environment, making timely decisions to protect children and achieve positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Complete referrals and assessments under the Children Act 1989.
Undertake Section 47 enquiries, Child Protection investigations, and Child in Need planning.
Prepare and present court reports, statements, and care plans.
Manage complex caseloads within statutory timescales.
Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard children.
Essential Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
Proven frontline experience in referral and assessment.
Strong court work experience and analytical skills.
Knowledge of PLO, safeguarding thresholds, and statutory guidance.
Working Arrangements
Hybrid model: office-based and remote working (not likely to change).
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