Service Care Solutions Ltd
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Social Worker PERMANENT
Description:
Herefordshire Council is looking for an experienced and motivated Duty and Assessment Social Worker to join our Children & Young People’s Services. In this fast-paced role, you will be at the frontline of safeguarding, conducting initial assessments of children and families who come into contact with our service. You will play a critical role in identifying risks, making quick decisions, and ensuring that children are protected.Herefordshire Council is looking for an experienced and motivated Duty and Assessment Social Worker to join our Children & Young People’s Services. In this fast-paced role, you will be at the frontline of safeguarding, conducting initial assessments of children and families who come into contact with our service. You will play a critical role in identifying risks, making quick decisions, and ensuring that children are protected. If you are passionate about safeguarding and thrive in a dynamic environment, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.Responsibilities: Initial Assessments: Conduct thorough and timely assessments of children and families, identifying risks and needs to ensure immediate protection where necessary.Safeguarding: Act quickly in safeguarding cases, making informed decisions to ensure the safety and well-being of children.Crisis Intervention: Respond to emergency situations and referrals, providing immediate support and intervention for families in crisis.Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with professionals from health, education, and other agencies to gather information and coordinate support for children and families.Case Management: Manage a varied caseload, prioritising high-risk cases and ensuring that all assessments and interventions comply with statutory requirements.Referrals: Make informed recommendations for ongoing support, intervention, or escalation to child protection services where necessary. Requirements: Holds a degree in Social Work and is registered with Social Work England.Has experience in duty and assessment or a similar safeguarding role.Demonstrates strong assessment and decision-making skills, particularly in high-pressure situations.Has excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.Enhanced DBS.Access to own car. Why Join UsHerefordshire Council offers a supportive and rewarding working environment with: A competitive salary and market supplement of £5,000 per year.Welcome payment of £5,000 for experienced social workers.Relocation support of up to £10,000.Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time and home working options.Generous annual leave 31 days plus bank holidays with the option to purchase additional leave.Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.Access to a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, discounts, and wellbeing support. How to Apply:If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on 01772 XXXXXX or email me your CV – XXXX@servicecare.org.ukIf this role isn’t right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350.The benefits of working with SCS: A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per referral placed in to workAn extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UKNationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.Payroll service twice a week.Ltd and PAYE payment options available.Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.
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