Job Description
Children's Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention Team
West Sussex County Council - Chichester
West Sussex County Council is seeking an experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Assessment & Intervention Team based in Chichester. This is an excellent opportunity to work at the forefront of safeguarding practice, completing high-quality assessments and working directly with children and families to improve outcomes and reduce risk.
Key Details
* Location: Chichester, West Sussex
* Team: Assessment & Intervention
* Working Pattern: Full-time
* Working Arrangement: Hybrid model - office-based during duty weeks with flexibility for home working. Office presence is preferred.
* Pay Rate: £38.00 per hour (Umbrella) - capped under MoC agreement (up to £42.00 for ASW level depending on skills and competency)
Important Requirements
* Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience in a permanent Children's Social Care role within a Local Authority in England
* Must be a car driver and willing to travel across the western area of the county
* Two detailed, practice-based references using the DfE template
* Must not have worked as an agency worker in the same region within the last 3 months
Role Overview
As a Children's Social Worker within the Assessment & Intervention Team, you will:
* Undertake high-quality assessments, care planning, and safeguarding interventions
* Identify and manage risk and need for vulnerable children and families
* Work to prevent family breakdown and reduce escalation into care proceedings
* Ensure children are safeguarded in line with statutory guidance and legislation
* Undertake direct work with children and young people to understand lived experience
* Work effectively within a multi-agency safeguarding network
* Contribute to child protection processes and plans where required
Candidate Requirements
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
* 2-3+ years recent frontline Child Protection experience
* Strong assessment and analytical skills to identify risk
* Experience completing direct work with children and families
* Strong multi-agency working experience
* Ability to manage complex safeguarding and CP cases
* Sound knowledge of legislation and statutory guidance
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy
* Dedicated and experienced consultant support throughout your assignment
* Access to a wide range of Children's Social Care opportunities across the UK
* Weekly payroll service (twice-weekly available depending on assignment)
* Full compliance and onboarding support
* £300 referral bonus scheme (terms apply)
* Support with CV writing, interview preparation, and career advice
* Fast, efficient placement process with leading Local Authorities
* Ongoing aftercare and assignment support
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive local authority team committed to safeguarding, quality practice, and improving outcomes for children and families.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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