At a Glance
- Tasks: Support families and children through assessments and impactful interventions.
- Company: Essex County Council, committed to equality and community support.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, competitive salary, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Flexible working, travel across Essex, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Join a team that empowers families and shapes positive futures.
- Qualifications: Degree in social work and registration with Social Work England required.
The predicted salary is between 21674 - 31100 £ per year.
Permanent, Part Time (22.2 hours per week). Pro‑rate salary £21,674 – £31,100 per annum. Location: Clacton on Sea. Working style: Community‑based worker.
As part of the A&I service, you will undertake incoming assessments and deliver short‑term, impactful interventions with families. You will also be involved in Section 47 child protection enquiries, working with police and other agencies.
Key Responsibilities- Manage a defined caseload, working directly with children, young people, and families/carers.
- Conduct enquiries, assessments, and purposeful interventions to achieve positive change and improved outcomes.
- Undertake direct work and reviews in relation to Child Protection, Child in Need, and Children Looked After.
- Support children in achieving permanency, including those in the care of the local authority.
- Diploma or degree in social work, CQSW, CSS or equivalent and registration with Social Work England as a registered Social Worker.
- Demonstrable capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards e.g. Professional Capability Framework (PCF), Knowledge & Skills Statement (KSS).
- Demonstrate an ability in the application of social work knowledge, using emotional intelligence, analytical skills and act with confidence in challenging social and family situations.
- A good working knowledge and ability to use information technology and related systems e.g. Word, social work case recording systems.
- Required to work flexibly as required, very occasionally including evenings and weekends.
The role requires you to be mobile throughout a wider operational area including travelling around the county of Essex and beyond, transporting service users and their belongings. You must have a driving licence and a car, or be able to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means. As part of employment with Essex County Council, a DBS check will be required. If your role requires a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained.
Equal Opportunities: Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We are committed to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job. We also commit to interview all veterans and care leavers who meet the minimum requirements of the role. All applicants will be assessed and recruited in a fair and transparent manner, following national equality legislation and our candidate experience journey.
Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention Team, North Essex employer: Essex County Council
Essex County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. As a Social Worker in the Assessment & Intervention Team based in Clacton on Sea, you will benefit from flexible working arrangements, opportunities for impactful community engagement, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a rewarding career dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families.
