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Assessment Social Worker

Location
Surrey
Salary
£38.00 to £42.00 Per Hour
Job Type
Contract
Posted
29 Jan 2025

Location: Surrey County Council
Rate: Up to 42UMB Per Hour
Contract Type: Full-time

Role Overview:
Children's Assessment Social Workers at Surrey County Council play a pivotal role in safeguarding and enhancing the well-being of children and young people. This position involves conducting thorough assessments to evaluate the needs and risks faced by children and families, collaborating with multi-agency professionals, and implementing tailored intervention plans to ensure positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct detailed evaluations of children and families, analysing physical, emotional, and social needs, and identifying potential risks or concerns.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with healthcare providers, educators, law enforcement, and other agencies to gather information and develop comprehensive care plans.
  • Intervention Planning: Develop and implement practical plans to support children and families, including arranging support services, foster care placements, or initiating legal interventions when necessary.
  • Family Support: Provide counseling, advocacy, and resource navigation to families to promote positive changes and resilience.
  • Monitoring and Reporting: Track progress of intervention plans, adjust strategies as needed, and maintain thorough records in compliance with legal and organisational standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • A recognised Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England as a qualified social worker.
  • A minimum of Three Years Permenant Experience within an English Local Authority. (DfE PQE)
  • Experience: Demonstrated experience in family support services, with a strong focus on assessment.
  • Analytical Skills: Proficient in identifying risks and creating effective intervention strategies.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
  • Ethics and Integrity: A strong commitment to professional standards and ethical practice.

What We Offer:

  • Professional Development: Opportunities for training, continuous education, and career growth.
  • Supportive Environment: Inclusive & cooporative workplace culture with a focus on teamwork and shared goals.
  • Create an Impact: Our managers will give you the chance to make a meaningful differences in the lives of vulnerable children and families.

Join Us:
If you are a compassionate, dedicated, and skilled social worker passionate about improving the lives of children and families, we invite you to apply and become part of Surrey County Council's Assessment team.

Connect2Surrey is a trading style of Surrey & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Surrey County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Surrey is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

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Details

  • Job Reference: 1560593629-2
  • Date Posted: 29 January 2025
  • Recruiter: Connect2Surrey
    Connect2Surrey
  • Location: Surrey
  • Salary: £38.00 to £42.00 Per Hour
  • Sector: Healthcare & Medical
  • Job Type: Contract