Social Worker - Duty & Assessment Team

JOB 791d94d2

Job Title: Social Worker - Duty & Assessment TeamSpecialism: Duty & AssessmentJob Location: Luton, UKSalary: £41,220.00 - £49,142.00 annuallySalary Type: AnnualContract: Full-time

We are on the lookout for an impressive and insightful Social Worker to join our West Duty & Assessment Team in the engaging and dynamic area of Luton. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to make a tangible difference in the community while working full-time in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Luton provides a vibrant community spirit alongside a blend of urban and rural living, making it an ideal place to grow both professionally and personally.

Perks and benefits:

• Competitive full-time salary, ensuring financial stability and recognition for your expertise.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities to support career growth.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment that encourages innovation and creativity.
• Flexible working arrangements promoting a strong work-life balance.
• Benefit from health and wellness initiatives designed to support your overall wellbeing.

What you will do:

• Manage a varied caseload of referrals and initial safeguarding cases, ensuring each receives appropriate attention and care.
• Undertake thorough Child and Family Assessments within statutory timescales.
• Identify, assess, and manage risk to children, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
• Progress cases to Child In Need, Child Protection, or care proceedings where necessary.
• Participate in strategy discussions, child protection conferences, and legal meetings.
• Collaborate with multi-agency professionals to deliver consistent and comprehensive care.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work
• Registered with Social Work England
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Right to Work in the UK

Key Skills:

• Strong safeguarding and risk assessment skills
• Sound understanding of Duty & Assessment processes and thresholds
• Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage a fast-paced workload effectively
• Strong organisational and caseload management skills
• Ability to work within a multi-agency environment

Experience:

• Post-qualification experience in