Social Worker Children & Families

Social Worker - Children & Family Services (Assessments)

Location

Redhill

Salary

£40,000

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality social work services to children and families within an assessment-based service, ensuring safeguarding, child welfare, and positive outcomes for children and young people. The role involves undertaking family assessments, producing reports, and working collaboratively with multi-agency professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive parenting and family assessments within agreed timescales
• Assess risk, safeguarding concerns, and the needs of children and families
• Produce clear, accurate, and evidence-based reports for internal and external use
• Work closely with local authorities, courts, and other professionals involved in child protection cases
• Develop and implement intervention plans to support families
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records in line with regulatory and organisational standards
• Participate in case conferences, reviews, and multi-agency meetings
• Ensure all work is completed in line with safeguarding policies and procedures
• Promote the welfare and best interests of children at all times

Key Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
• Experience within Children & Families Social Work
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and assessment processes
• Experience completing family assessments and written reports
• Ability to manage a complex caseload
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency environment
• Full UK driving licence desirable