At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage fast-paced duty assessments and focus on long-term casework in a structured rotation.
- Company: Wakefield Council, committed to supporting social workers with a balanced workload.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hybrid working, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team that values your well-being and professional growth.
- Why this job: Enjoy a unique rotation system that allows for both high-energy duty work and focused case management.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified Senior Social Worker with experience in assessment and casework.
The predicted salary is between 35 - 35 £ per hour.
Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds: Dedicated Duty Week + 3 Weeks of Protected Casework
Location: Wakefield Council (Based in Airedale; covering Airedale, Castleford, Knottingley, and Pontefract)
Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour
Working Structure: Hybrid Working Encouraged
Are you a Senior Social Worker who loves the fast-paced energy of Duty Assessment but hates feeling like you're constantly underwater with your long-term cases? Wakefield Council has designed a brilliant, highly structured rotation system for Team 2 that gives you the breathing room you actually need to do your best work.
The 1-in-4 Rotation System: How It Works
- 1 Week on Full Duty: Every fourth week, the team takes the floor. All incoming referrals and immediate assessments pass through the team. It's fast, collaborative, and high-energy.
- 3 Weeks of Protected Long-Term Work: Once your duty week concludes, the referral gate closes for your team. You get three full weeks entirely dedicated to progressing your long-term caseload without the distraction of new referrals.
We think you need these skills to ace Duty & Assessment Team
Social Work Expertise
Assessment Skills
Case Management
Crisis Intervention
Communication Skills
Team Collaboration
Time Management
