At a Glance
- Tasks: Complete assessments and work directly with children and families to ensure their safety.
- Company: Join a leading social work recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hybrid working, and dedicated support throughout your contract.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and wellbeing support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your social work skills.
- Qualifications: Must have a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England.
The predicted salary is between 28.41 - 28.41 £ per hour.
Overview
Qualified Social Worker – Assessment Team – Families First Programme, Somerset Council | Yeovil | 12-Month Contract | Full Time
- Pay rate: PAYE £28.41 per hour | Limited/Umbrella £38.00 per hour
- Location
- Brympton Way, Yeovil, BA20 2HT
- Working Pattern
- Full-time (37 hours per week)
- 12-month agency contract
- Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2 days remote
Responsibilities
- Completing Child and Family Assessments
- Undertaking statutory visits and direct work with children and families
- Assessing risk and identifying appropriate interventions
- Working closely with partner agencies to safeguard children
- Producing high-quality assessments, reports and care plans
- Managing a varied caseload while ensuring children remain at the centre of all decision-making
Qualifications and Experience
- A minimum of 6 months' experience working in the UK as a registered Social Worker
- A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, Dip SW, CQSW or equivalent)
- Current registration with Social Work England
- An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
- Ability to provide 3 years of referencing
- A full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle
- About Hoop Social Work
- Over 20 years of experience recruiting within the social work sector
- Specialist recruitment agency with opportunities across South West England and Wales
- Access to exclusive roles and vacancies before they are advertised elsewhere
- Choice of PAYE or Umbrella payroll to suit your preferences
- Twice-weekly payroll
- Dedicated consultant and support throughout the contract
- Strong relationships with Local Authorities across South West England and Wales
- £200 referral bonus for every successful referral
- Wellbeing support and thoughtful extras
- Dedicated compliance and DBS support to ease onboarding
- Important Note
Given the nature of this role, we can only consider applications from candidates with a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England.
Sponsorship is not available; please apply only if you meet these criteria.
How to apply
Interested? Contact Sarah Leigh at Hoop Social Work on 02922 400519 for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
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We think you need these skills to ace Families First Programme - Assessment Social Worker in Yeovil
Child and Family Assessments
Statutory Visits
Risk Assessment
Intervention Planning
Collaboration with Partner Agencies
Report Writing
Care Planning
