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 Us?
Herefordshire 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 208964 or email me your CV - Christopher.richardson@servicecare.org.uk

If 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 work!
• An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
• Nationwide 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.