Children's Assessment Social Worker - Plymouth
Social Worker - Initial Assessment Team
Location: Ballard House, Plymouth
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £39,513 - £43,693
Plymouth City Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our Initial Assessment Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to make a significant impact on children and families at the early stages of intervention.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct initial assessments and investigations to ensure child safety and welfare.
Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to provide timely and effective interventions.
Manage and prioritise caseloads effectively within statutory guidelines.
Prepare detailed assessments, reports, and recommendations for safeguarding and support services.
Engage directly with children and families to assess needs and provide support.
Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience (PQ) - ASYE completion alone does not qualify.
Strong experience in child protection, safeguarding, and initial assessments.
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Benefits:
Competitive salary (£39,513 - £43,693).
Generous holiday allowance.
Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
Flexible working arrangements.
Access to Plymouth City Council's benefits and rewards scheme.
Please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment on 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 or g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com to be considered
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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