Ackerman Pierce is currently supporting a leading local authority within Sutton to recruit for a Social Worker - Children's First Contact Service on a permanent basis paying £40,755-£48,531 P/Annum. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Sutton is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing several changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. Responsibilities include: Experience of Undertaking Child and Family Assessments, S.47 inquiries and intervention and planning for 'Children in Need' Required to use professional knowledge to assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services Must have significant knowledge, experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect vulnerable people Required to manage an agreed case load, offer support and guidance and monitor, review and reassess care packages/services to ensure continued effectiveness. Must be able to use paper and computerised case recording systems, produce reports and capture and analyse information Some knowledge of care benefits, fees and allowances would be helpful Understand philosophies, professional social work issues and the legal framework underpinning care services Must be computer literate and have basic numeracy skills. Must be able to fulfil transport requirements Must possess good communication skills with ability to negotiate with services users Minimum Requirements: 1 year experience within UK Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UK SWE Registered Degree in Social Work Evidence of continuing professional development Have experience of working in a multidisciplinary team setting. Ability to plan and coordinate social care plans and aspects of patient discharge. Ensure all health and safety standards are adhered to for the relevant work area.Benefits of Working for Sutton Council: Welcome and Retention Bonus: £1000 paid in your first month salary and £1000 paid at the end of your 1st completed year in service £2000 paid after your 2nd completed year in service £3000 paid in your 3rd completed year in service and every completed year thereafter. Why Choose Ackerman Pierce? Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment industry where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities we have in Sutton please contact Dan Mulvey or email in your updated CV to us today. Job Title: Social Worker - Children's First Contact Service Location: Sutton Salary: £40,755-£48,531 P/Annum