Social Worker – Families First Team
Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex Salary: £40,444 – £46,579 per annum Contract: Permanent Working Hours: 37 hours per week
About the Role
Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting an experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Families First Team at Southend-on-Sea City Council on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional with experience across Child Protection, Looked After Children and Assessment & Intervention services who is passionate about helping families overcome challenges and achieve sustainable positive outcomes. The Families First Team focuses on safeguarding children, strengthening family relationships and providing effective support to families experiencing complex circumstances. You will work directly with children, young people and their families, using relationship-based and strengths-focused practice to identify risks, promote positive change and ensure children's safety and wellbeing remain at the heart of every decision.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a varied caseload involving children and families with complex needs. Undertake Child and Family Assessments, identifying safeguarding concerns, strengths and areas requiring intervention. Develop, implement and review Child in Need and Child Protection plans. Undertake statutory visits and direct work with children, young people and their families. Participate in Child Protection conferences, core groups and multi-agency meetings. Work collaboratively with education, health, police and other partner agencies. Prepare high-quality assessments, reports and case recordings. Support families to make sustainable changes while ensuring children remain safe. Contribute to legal planning and court-related processes where required.
Essential Requirements
Recognised Social Work qualification. Current Social Work England registration. Experience across Child Protection (CP), Looked After Children (LAC) and Assessment & Intervention (A&I). Strong understanding of the Children Act 1989, safeguarding procedures and relevant legislation. Experience managing complex statutory Children's Social Care caseloads. Excellent assessment, communication and multi-agency working skills. Full UK driving licence and ability to drive as part of the role.
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Social Worker – Families First Team in Southend-on-Sea 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.
