Overview
Job Title: Social Worker Assessment Team
Hours: 37 per week
Salary: HC8 £36,363 - £40,777 (plus £5,000 market rate supplement per year, £41,363 - £45,777)
Welcome payment: £10,000 (see attached guidance)
Relocation package: up to £10,000 available
Contract: permanent
Location: Multiple locations. Ross-on-Wye, Leominster and Hereford
Closing date: 09/11/2025
The Role
We are looking for experienced Social Workers to join the Assessment Team and help us on our improvement journey to gain the best for children and families in Herefordshire. You will work directly with children and families, alongside other staff within the Directorate and partner agencies, ensuring referrals are responded to in a child-focused and timely way. You will carry out assessments and investigate concerns so that a decision can be made regarding the most appropriate support for the child and family.
Responsibilities
- Work within the Assessment Team and collaborate with other staff and partner agencies.
- Respond to referrals in a child-focused and timely manner.
- Carry out assessments and investigate concerns to determine the most appropriate support for the child and family.
- Utilise honed skills in assessment, report writing, and managing a complex caseload.
Qualifications and Experience
- Fully qualified (DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent).
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in statutory social care.
- Strong skills in assessment, report writing, and managing a complex caseload.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement.
- Contributory pension and staff benefits scheme (LGPS).
- Professional development: protected time and budget to support professional growth.
- Career progression: clear pathways to senior social worker level.
- Generous annual leave: 31 days (pro rata) plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional 10 days per year.
- Flexible working: flexi-time, job-share, part-time hours, and some home working.
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling.
- Payment of professional membership fees.
- Discounts and perks through a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits.
Application and Safeguarding
Herefordshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If offered this position, it will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check and further pre-employment checks. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments where needed.
To apply, submit your CV and complete the supporting statement within the application form, referring to the job description and person specification, detailing how you meet the requirements of the role.
Note: the council is currently unable to offer overseas visa sponsorship for Social Worker roles in Children & Young People. Overseas candidates that require sponsorship should not apply. A full list of current vacancies can be found here: https://spiritofherefordshire.com/children-young-people/jobs/
About Herefordshire Council
Herefordshire is a rural county located in the heart of the Marches on the border with Wales. The council prioritises keeping children safe and giving them a great start in life. The focus is on dynamic, dedicated, and professional staff working in a culture that emphasises relational practice and improvement.
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Part-time
Job function
- Other
Industries
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Herefordshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are offered this position, it will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check and further pre-employment checks.
