Overview
Qualified Social Worker – Targeted Early Help Team
Location: South Yorkshire • Pay Rate: £35 per hour
Make an Early Impact Where It Matters Most. Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking to support children and families before crisis hits? We are seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join a forward-thinking Targeted Early Help Team in South Yorkshire. This is an opportunity to make a real difference by working with families at the earliest stages of need – promoting resilience, reducing risk, and supporting sustainable positive outcomes. You’ll be part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team focused on helping children and families thrive through tailored support, robust assessments, and collaborative planning.
What You\'ll Be Doing
* Build trusted relationships with children, young people, and their families to identify strengths and needs early.
* Undertake holistic, child-focused assessments and develop outcome-driven family plans.
* Provide practical and emotional support to families experiencing multiple and complex challenges.
* Work closely with schools, health professionals, police, and other partners to coordinate support and prevent escalation to statutory services.
* Empower families to achieve sustainable change and reduce long-term dependency on social care services.
* Contribute to the design and delivery of targeted support packages tailored to individual circumstances.
What We\'re Looking For
We\'re looking for a Social Worker who’s committed to early intervention, who thrives in collaborative environments, and who genuinely wants to help families succeed.
* A Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England
* 4+ years\' post-qualified experience, ideally in early help, family support or child in need services
* A strong understanding of safeguarding, child development, and family dynamics
* Excellent communication, motivational, and relationship-building skills
* A proactive and reflective approach to working with families and professionals
* The ability to work confidently both independently and as part of a multi-agency team
Why Join the Targeted Early Help Team?
* Be part of a service that values prevention, collaboration, and child-centred practice
* Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working in a supportive and well-structured team
* Make a long-term impact in the lives of children and families
* Commutable from: Leeds, Sheffield, Doncaster, Rotherham, Barnsley, Wakefield, Huddersfield, York, Bradford, and more
Not Quite Right for You? We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work, including: IRO, BIA, Family Support, Child Protection, Children Looked After, Duty & Assessment, Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, Adult Social Work, and more. Referrals are welcome and rewarded!
Ready to Make a Difference Early? Apply now or get in touch to find out more.
Let’s help children and families achieve the best possible start — together.
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