Children’s Social Worker D&A #109159

BA in Social Work or equivalent, Children, Children and Families, DBS - Social Worker, Qualified Social Worker, Registered SWE, Skills, Team Manager
Runcorn, Hereford
April 15, 2025
£42 - £45 / hour
Interim / temporary

Job Description

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

Halton Borough Council is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join its Duty and Assessment Team, based in the Halton area. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the community.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social worker looking for a challenging and rewarding position within a supportive team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments.

• Manage a varied caseload of children and families in need of support.

• Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to safeguard children.

• Undertake home visits, build rapport with families, and ensure that appropriate interventions are put in place.

• Produce high-quality assessments and reports for management and court purposes.

• Respond swiftly to referrals, assessing risk and need to ensure timely and effective interventions. Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker (Degree/Diploma in Social Work).

• Registration with Social Work England.

• Proven experience within a Duty and Assessment team or similar front-line social work.

• Strong understanding of child protection, safeguarding, and social work legislation.

• Ability to manage a complex caseload effectively while maintaining high-quality practice standards.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• Car for work purposes.

Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP

What’s on offer for the Social Worker

· Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!

· Excellent management structure with experienced leaders

· Desirable location with excellent transport links

· A stable and well-supported working environment

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

  • Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.

  • Competitive Rates of pay

  • In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

  • Enhanced DBS completed.

  • Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team

  • An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant

  • Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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