Senior Social Worker

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL, Halton View, Halton

Senior Social Worker

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HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL, Halton View, Halton

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 day ago, 8 Jun | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: c34e112bca5f44e0baf8d50b4ac615f2

Location ref: Halton View, Halton

Full Job Description

  • 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.

    Qualified Social Worker (Degree/Diploma in Social Work).
  • Registration with Social Work England.
  • 3 years perm experience.
  • 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

    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 of £39.00 and provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the community.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/senior-social-worker-126951387