Job Description

Location: Surrey County Council
Rate: Up to 42UMB Per Hour
Contract Type: Full-time

Role Overview:
Children's Assessment Social Workers at Surrey County Council play a pivotal role in safeguarding and enhancing the well-being of children and young people. This position involves conducting thorough assessments to evaluate the needs and risks faced by children and families, collaborating with multi-agency professionals, and implementing tailored intervention plans to ensure positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct detailed evaluations of children and families, analysing physical, emotional, and social needs, and identifying potential risks or concerns.
• Collaboration: Work closely with healthcare providers, educators, law enforcement, and other agencies to gather information and develop comprehensive care plans.
• Intervention Planning: Develop and implement practical plans to support children and families, including arranging support services, foster care placements, or initiating legal interventions when necessary.
• Family Support: Provide counseling, advocacy, and resource navigation to families to promote positive changes and resilience.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Track progress of intervention plans, adjust strategies as needed, and maintain thorough records in compliance with legal and organisational standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A recognised Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England as a qualified social worker.
• A minimum of Three Years Permenant Experience within an English Local Authority. (DfE PQE)
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in family support services, with a strong focus on assessment.
• Analytical Skills: Proficient in identifying risks and creating effective intervention strategies.
• Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities with children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Ethics and Integrity: A strong commitment to professional standards and ethical practice.

What We Offer:

• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, continuous education, and career growth.
• Supportive Environment: Inclusive & cooporative workplace culture with a focus on teamwork and shared goals.
• Create an Impact: Our managers will give you the chance to make a meaningful differences in the lives of vulnerable children and families.

Join Us:
If you are a compassionate, dedicated, and skilled social worker passionate about improving the lives of children and families, we invite you to apply and become part of Surrey County Council's Assessment team.

Connect2Surrey is a trading style of Surrey & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Surrey County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Surrey is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.