Children's Social Worker Bolton - GM Collaboration
Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for an exciting contract opportunity in Bolton? We are seeking dedicated and skilled Children's Social Workers to join our assessment team in Castle Hill, working across the borough. This is an ideal role for professionals who are familiar with statutory processes, referral, and assessment work, and who are committed to protecting vulnerable children.
Children's Social Worker Bolton - Key Responsibilities
As a Children's Social Worker in Bolton, you will be responsible for:
- Conducting home visits to gather information and assess safeguarding concerns
- Undertaking S47 enquiries, including coordinating statutory meetings and closing cases when appropriate
- Providing short-term interventions and passing cases for further assessment when necessary
- Working within the courts, taking statutory action to protect children, including emergency protection orders and initiating care proceedings
- Covering a duty rota, providing frontline social work, including reactive visits and urgent assessments
- Managing caseloads across Bolton, with the flexibility to undertake home visits at short notice
- Working within the statutory framework and maintaining compliance with safeguarding policies
The Children's Social Worker role requires strong experience within referral and assessment teams, preferably with a background working in court settings or emergency responses. Candidates must be flexible and able to meet the service needs, including participating in duty and home visits, sometimes at short notice.
Benefits of the Children’s Social Worker Bolton Role
- Competitive pay rate (to be discussed)
- £250 training allowance
- Dedicated specialist consultant support
- Opportunity to work with a wide network of clients nationwide
- Daily payroll runs
- Free candidate registrations
- Referral and loyalty bonus schemes
- Sign-up bonus
- Free compliance checks
- Free on-site parking
37 hours per week – full-time contract
Contract length: 2 weeks, with potential for extension
Flexible working arrangements available to meet service needs
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Children's Social Worker [Bolton] - GM Collaboration employer: Service Care
Service Care Solutions is an excellent employer for Multi Traders, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a focus on responsive repairs in the community of Rugby, employees benefit from a company van, optional on-call payments, and comprehensive in-house training, ensuring they have the tools and skills needed to excel in their roles. Join a team that values professionalism and respect while providing meaningful service to local residents.