Qsw - Assessment And Intervention Team

QSW - Assessment And Intervention Team (Contract – 6 Months)
Chichester | Full time (office-based during duty week; mixture of office/hybrid with flexibility to work from home)

We are seeking an experienced QSW - Assessment And Intervention Team professional to join a dedicated social work team in Chichester on a 6-month contract. This role is focused on high-quality assessment, intervention, and safeguarding practice to achieve improved outcomes for children and families.

Payrate: £38.52/hr (MoC-compliant; rates may be capped depending on competency level)
Please note: While up to £42.00/hr may be available for those assessed at ASW level, your requested rate may not be the rate offered following interview competency review.

Candidate responsibilities

• Undertake high-quality assessments and risk analysis as a QSW - Assessment And Intervention Team practitioner
• Develop and implement care plans, and where appropriate, carry out child protection investigations
• Work directly with children and families to identify needs, strengths, and safety concerns
• Prevent unnecessary separation by driving proportionate interventions and timely decision-making
• Ensure children and young people are safeguarded in line with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrate strong multi-agency working with partner services to support effective outcomes
• Maintain clear records and evidence-based practice throughout the case lifecycle

Benefits

• Contract position for 6 months, with full-time commitment
• Competitive pay of £38.52/hr (MoC-capped)
• Support to work in a flexible way (office-based expectation during duty week; some home-working flexibility)
• Opportunity to make a direct impact within a frontline QSW - Assessment And Intervention Team role
• Induction and managed assignment processes through a specialist staffing consultant

Essential requirements for QSW - Assessment And Intervention Team

• Minimum 3 years post-qualified direct (permanent) employment experience in LA children’s social care in England
• Recent frontline / child protection experience and strong assessment skills to identify risk
• Car driver (required) and willingness to drive around the western area of the county
• Ability to provide two detailed practice-based references on the DfE template

How to apply
To apply, please contact [Consultant Name] via [Consultant Email] or call [Consultant Phone Number].