Social Worker – Assessment & Safeguarding Team
Job Title: Social Worker – Assessment & Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Children’s Assessment & Safeguarding
Job Location: Haringey
Salary: £38.36 per hour
Type: Full-time / Part-time | Ongoing
We are delighted to present an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join the Assessment & Safeguarding Team in Haringey. This ongoing role offers a competitive hourly rate of £38.36 and the flexibility to work full-time or part-time, making it ideal for professionals seeking balance while delivering high-quality statutory social work to children and families.
Working as a locum provides the freedom to manage your schedule while gaining exposure to diverse cases and teams. You will play a crucial role in ensuring children are safeguarded, risks are effectively managed, and families receive timely, appropriate interventions.
Perks and benefits
* Full-time or part-time flexibility, allowing you to tailor your working pattern to suit your lifestyle
* Competitive hourly rate of £38.36, reflecting your skills and experience
* Professional development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and career progression
* Varied and engaging work environment across safeguarding and assessment pathways
* Locum flexibility, offering autonomy, variety, and an expanded professional network
What you will do
* Undertake Child and Family Assessments within statutory timescales
* Manage cases involving safeguarding and child protection concerns
* Identify risk, analyse complex information, and make sound safeguarding decisions
* Carry out statutory visits and direct work with children and families
* Progress cases to CIN, Child Protection, or legal planning as required
* Prepare clear, analytical, and high-quality reports and case records
* Work collaboratively with multi‑agency partners to achieve the best outcomes for children
Person specification
Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work
Registration and compliance
* Registered with Social Work England
* Enhanced DBS
* Right to work in the UK
Core skills
* Strong assessment and safeguarding practice skills
* Confident risk analysis and decision‑making abilities
* Excellent communication and report‑writing skills
Experience
* Recent experience within Assessment & Safeguarding or Front Door teams
* Experience working with child protection thresholds
* Local authority experience is essential
* Locum experience is desirable
Haringey is a vibrant and diverse London borough, offering excellent transport links, rich cultural heritage, and a strong sense of community. It is an inspiring place to live and work, combining professional challenge with a rewarding lifestyle.
Apply now to take the next step in your social work career and make a real difference while earning £38.36 per hour in a rewarding locum role.
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