JOB 791d94d2
Job Title: Social Worker : Duty and Assessment Team Specialism: Duty and Assessment Job Location: Luton, UK Salary: GBP 41,220.00 : GBP 49,142.00 annually Salary Type: Annual Contract: Full:time
We are on the lookout for an impressive and insightful Social Worker to join our West Duty and Assessment Team in the engaging and dynamic area of Luton. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to make a tangible difference in the community while working full:time in a supportive and forward:thinking environment. Luton provides a vibrant community spirit alongside a blend of urban and rural living, making it an ideal place to grow both professionally and personally.
Perks and benefits:
Competitive full:time salary, ensuring financial stability and recognition for your expertise. Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities to support career growth. Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment that encourages innovation and creativity. Flexible working arrangements promoting a strong work:life balance. Benefit from health and wellness initiatives designed to support your overall wellbeing.
What you will do:
Manage a varied caseload of referrals and initial safeguarding cases, ensuring each receives appropriate attention and care. Undertake thorough Child and Family Assessments within statutory timescales. Identify, assess, and manage risk to children, ensuring timely and effective interventions. Progress cases to Child In Need, Child Protection, or care proceedings where necessary. Participate in strategy discussions, child protection conferences, and legal meetings. Collaborate with multi:agency professionals to deliver consistent and comprehensive care.
Person Specification:
Qualifications:
Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work Registered with Social Work England Enhanced DBS clearance Right to Work in the UK
Key Skills:
Strong safeguarding and risk assessment skills Sound understanding of Duty and Assessment processes and thresholds Excellent analytical, communication, and decision:making abilities Ability to manage a fast:paced workload effectively Strong organisational and caseload management skills Ability to work within a multi:agency environment
Experience:
Post:qualification experience in