Qualified Social Worker, Duty and Assessment Team
Pay rate – £39 per hour
Job Purpose
Vitalis are recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to work in a Duty and Assessment Team in Tameside.
We are looking for enthusiastic, innovative and committed Social Workers to join us in our Duty and Assessment as well as Safeguarding and Support teams. The duty team will take cases from the point of referral, complete assessments, strategy meetings, initiate legal proceedings and PLO where required and the case will then transfer to our long term team thereafter. The long term teams will work with children and families needing longer term support under Child in Need, Child Protection, Public Law Outline and Care Proceedings.
You will receive regular supervision and work in a supportive culture where we are ambitious about delivering effective social work practice and supporting you to be the very best you can be.
Our new staff are telling us that the refreshed Children’s Services induction programme is GREAT and the most comprehensive they have seen. We are really proud to hear that staff are feeling valued and included. You can also expect dedicated time to observe practice and complete introductory learning and development.
Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:
Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
1. Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
2. Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
3. Looked After Children (LAC)
4. Children’s Social Work
5. Adult Social Work
6. Service Manager
7. Head of Service
8. Team Manager
9. Assistant Team Manager
10. A wide range of housing roles
11. Careers in SEND in local authorities
Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on or 07521053670 for more information.