Social Worker

My Social Work News; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A social services recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Children's Assessment Team in Barking & Dagenham. This ongoing locum position offers a competitive pay rate of £37.52 per hour with flexible working hours. The successful candidate will undertake statutory assessments, manage cases, and provide professional evidence in court. Candidates must be a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration and experience in safeguarding practices. Benefits include a supportive team environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Ongoing professional development

Competitive hourly pay

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration.
• Experience working in a Children’s Assessment or Safeguarding Team.
• Ability to manage cases and produce court documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statutory assessments of children and families.
• Manage cases through Care Proceedings when necessary.
• Attend court to provide professional evidence.
• Chair multi-disciplinary meetings for intervention plans.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Children Act legislation

Experience in Children’s Assessment

Ability to produce high-quality assessments

Confident in fast-paced environments

Education

Social Work England registration

Job description

Job Specialism: Social Worker – Children’s / Assessment Team
Location: Barking & Dagenham, UK
Pay Rate: £37.52 per hour
Contract Type: Locum
Contract Length: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Part Time / Full Time (Flexible Hours)

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to join the Children’s Assessment Team in Barking & Dagenham. This ongoing locum role offers an excellent hourly rate of £37.52 per hour, with part-time or full-time options and flexible working hours.

Core hours are 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday, however the service offers flexibility around start and finish times. This could include patterns such as 8am–6pm over four days, 8am–4pm, 9am–6pm, and other variations to suit your lifestyle. Part-time working is also considered.

This is a front-line statutory role where you will work with children and families at the point of referral, completing high-quality assessments and taking decisive action to safeguard children.

Perks and Benefits

Part Time / Full Time: Choose the working pattern that fits your lifestyle.

Hourly Pay: Earn £37.52 per hour, giving you flexibility and control over your income.

Flexible Working Hours: Core hours 9am–5pm with flexible start and finish times (e.g. 8am–6pm over 4 days, 8am–4pm, 9am–6pm, etc).

Supportive Team Environment: Work within a well-established and supportive children’s services team.

Professional Development: Access ongoing learning and development opportunities to enhance your practice.

Modern Working Environment: Benefit from good systems and facilities that support high-quality social work.

What You Will Do

Undertake initial and statutory assessments of children and families.

Manage cases through Care Proceedings when required.

Take cases to Initial Child Protection Case Conferences.

Complete assessments using the Single Assessment Framework.

Undertake care planning and provide appropriate signposting to families.

Complete risk assessments and write high-quality reports for conferences and court.

Participate in and contribute to multi-agency case conferences and meetings.

Prepare Section 17 reports and other documentation for Family Court.

Draft initial court statements and apply for Emergency Care Orders where necessary.

Attend court and provide professional evidence.

Undertake home visits to monitor situations and safeguard children.

Chair and contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings to coordinate intervention plans.

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.

Experience working in a Children’s Assessment / Front Door / Safeguarding Team.

Strong knowledge of Children Act legislation, safeguarding procedures, and care proceedings.

Ability to produce high-quality assessments, reports, and court documentation.

Confident working in fast-paced, high-demand environments.

Why Barking & Dagenham?

Barking & Dagenham offers a fantastic mix of strong community spirit and London connectivity. With excellent transport links, green spaces, and ongoing regeneration, it’s a vibrant and evolving borough. You’ll enjoy a supportive working environment while being part of a community-focused authority that is committed to improving outcomes for children and families.

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